Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) is a genetic disorder that causes benign tumors and changes in skin pigmentation. New ...
I get many emails from people around the world asking for my opinion about whether skin pigmentation on a child might be indicative of neurofibromatosis, or perhaps some other medical condition. I ...
On an almost daily basis, I receive e-mails from people in all parts of the U.S. and other countries asking clinical questions about NF. Most of the time, individuals who e-mail me have run across my ...
Café au lait spots are a type of birthmark characterized by flat patches on the skin. They are light brown in color but can darken with sun exposure. These marks are distinct because they often have ...
Discover effective parenting tips for children with neurofibromatosis type 1, from understanding symptoms to seeking family ...
NEUROFIBROMATOSIS is a congenital and hereditary disorder involving ectodermal, neuroectodermal and mesodermal tissue. Café-au-lait spots, cutaneous neurofibromas, tumors of the central and peripheral ...
Q: A doctor said the rashes on my son's back were “coffee spots” and that meant he might have neurofibromatosis. I read there is a new treatment for this condition; is it a cure? A: Café-au-lait spots ...
Café au lait spots are a type of birthmark characterized by flat patches on the skin. They are light brown in color but can darken with sun exposure. These marks are distinct because they often have ...