Neurofibromatosis (NF) is a set of complex genetic conditions that can affect nearly every organ system in the body. NF causes tumors to grow on nerves throughout the body and in the brain. Other problems can include learning difficulties and bone deformities.
Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) is among the world’s most common genetic disorders, occurring in about one of every 3,000 births. In most cases, symptoms of NF1 are relatively mild, allowing patients to live normal and productive lives. However, the disorder can also be debilitating and, in some cases, life-threatening.
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