Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) is a genetic condition that affects the skin, nervous system, and other parts of the body. The condition, formerly called Von Recklinghausen disease, causes changes in ...

Learning that your child has neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) comes with a range of emotions and practical concerns. While many people diagnosed with NF1 will have a normal life expectancy, the ...

Neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2) is a rare genetic disorder that affects around 1 in 25,000 individuals. In about half of these people, the condition is inherited, while the other half develop a ...

Neurofibromatosis type 1 is an autosomal dominant disorder that affects multiple organ systems and has a wide range of variable clinical manifestations. It is one of three conditions described under ...