Tuber cinereum hamartoma
Tuber Cinereum Hamartoma
Tuber Cinereum Hamartoma (pronunciation: too-ber sin-er-e-um hah-mar-toh-mah), also known as hypothalamic hamartoma, is a rare, benign brain tumor that can cause seizures, cognitive issues, and precocious puberty.
Etymology
The term "Tuber Cinereum Hamartoma" is derived from Latin. "Tuber" means swelling, "cinereum" refers to the color gray, and "hamartoma" is a benign tumor-like mass.
Definition
A Tuber Cinereum Hamartoma is a non-cancerous tumor located in the hypothalamus, specifically in the region of the tuber cinereum. It is composed of neurons and glial cells, which are normal components of the brain, but are arranged in an abnormal way.
Symptoms
Symptoms of a Tuber Cinereum Hamartoma can vary greatly depending on the size and location of the tumor. Common symptoms include gelastic seizures, which are characterized by bouts of uncontrolled laughter, dacrystic seizures, which involve crying, and precocious puberty, which is the early onset of puberty.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of a Tuber Cinereum Hamartoma is typically made through a combination of clinical examination, patient history, and imaging studies such as MRI or CT scan.
Treatment
Treatment options for Tuber Cinereum Hamartoma include medication to control seizures, hormone therapy for precocious puberty, and in some cases, surgical removal of the tumor.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tuber cinereum hamartoma
- Wikipedia's article - Tuber cinereum hamartoma
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