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Your daughter is 7 year old she has nf1 she has neurofiborma on one of the eye nerve and spinal she also has dyslexia is nf1 and dyslexia related?
I amd 29 and I have NF1, I have read before that dyslexia is more common in nf1 patents, I was never officialy diagnosec. But I do have many of the signs of it. My mother does as well(she carried the NF1 Gene) If you would like to contact me about any other experences email me at samo333@hotmail.com and put NF1 in hte subject line.
Is neurofibromatosis occrs in India?
yes !! I suffer from NF1
Can you get epilepsy from a friend?
No. Epilepsy is not contagious. You cannot catch epilepsy from anybody.
How long do people live with nf1?
Individuals with Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) generally have a normal life expectancy. However, they may face an increased risk of certain health issues, such as tumors, learning disabilities, and cardiovascular problems, which can affect quality of life. Early diagnosis and management of associated complications can help improve outcomes. Regular medical care is essential for monitoring and addressing potential issues related to NF1.
What is the difference between epilepsy and seizures?
Epilepsy is the name of the illness. Someone who has epilepsy gets seizures. Epilepsy is the tendency to get seizures. Someone who gets regular seizures can be diagnosed as having Epilepsy.
Is epilepsy problematic in pregnancy?
yes epilepsy problematic in pregnancy .anyone and everyone can have epilepsy
Can you get epilepsy in your leg?
Epilepsy is something that affects the brain, so you cannot get epilepsy in your leg.
What is NF1?
NF1 is neurofibromatosis also has a variant NF2. NF1 affects 1 in 3000 people and isn't a disease, this is a condition which affects the nerves. Fibroma are small bumps which appear on nerve endings and can appear anywhere on the body. Signs of NF1 include cafe au lait patches which may be confused with birthmarks, feckled arm pits and groin area and neurofibroma. This conditon is not as well known as many other conditions like MS. This condition like all other have different serverites. Joesph Merrick (The Elephant Man) was at first thought to suffer from this but later rediagnosed. This can be passed on from parents to offspring. If either parent has this there is a 50/50 chance of passing it on to the child. THIS CONDITION IS NOT CONTAGIOUS and must not be treated or thought of as such.
Does Simon have epilepsy?
Yes, Simon has epilepsy.
What are facts about neurofibromatosis?
People who have NF1 may have very few neurofibromas, or they may have thousands throughout their bodies
Why is epilepsy called epilepsy?
Epilepsy comes from the Greek and means to seize, take hold of or attack.
Is epilepsy still present now?
Yes epilepsy still exists. Many people have epilepsy.
