Because NF1 is an unpredictable disorder, it varies widely in severity – even among two people in the same family. Some people with NF1 may be completely unaware that they are affected, experiencing ...
In most cases, a diagnosis of NF1 is made through a clinical diagnosis based on the presence of two or more of the six NIH diagnostic criteria for the disorder. However, sometimes a diagnosis of NF1 ...
Treatment for neurofibromatosis type 1 may involve surgery, radiation therapy, or medication. In some cases, treatment may not be necessary unless symptoms become bothersome. Neurofibromatosis type 1 ...