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Neurofibromatosis

Alternate Names : NF1, NF2, VonRecklinghausen's Disease, Phakomatosis, Neurocutaneous Disorder, Peripheral Neurofibromatosis, Bilateral Acoustic Neurofibromatosis, BAN

Neurofibromatosis | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

What can be done to prevent the disease?

At present, there is no known way to prevent NF once a child is born with the mutant gene, but much research is being done. Genetic testing and counseling for affected families may be needed to help parents make decisions about having children.

What are the long-term effects of the disease?

The effects of NF1 are mild to moderate in most people, but lead to learning disabilities in about half of the people who have it. Other problems that may occur with NF1 and/or NF2 include:

  • high blood pressure
  • curvature of the spine, called scoliosis
  • poor formation of the long bones, such as the femur in the legs
  • speech problems
  • seizure disorders
  • cataracts
  • poor body image due to skin discolorations and tumors
  • blindness
  • deafness
  • cancer, though this is rare
  • What are the risks to others?

    NF is not catching, but it can be passed on from a parent to a child genetically.


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    Author: Kathleen A. MacNaughton, RN, BSN
    Reviewer: Melinda Murray Ratini, DO
    Date Reviewed: 01/17/03



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