Neurofibromatosis
Alternate Names : NF1, NF2, VonRecklinghausen's Disease, Phakomatosis, Neurocutaneous Disorder, Peripheral Neurofibromatosis, Bilateral Acoustic Neurofibromatosis, BAN
How is the disease diagnosed?
The doctor will start with a thorough medical history and physical exam. He or she will look for
changes in skin, tumors, and bone abnormalities. A parent or sibling with NF will also lead the doctor to
suspect NF in the child. When a doctor suspects NF2, x-rays and MRI
/CAT scans of the brain and spine may be ordered. Blood tests for both NF1 and NF2 are also available.
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