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Neuro- means nerve, fibro-means fiber, oma- means tumor, -tosis means condition of.
The entire word means soft tumors involving nerves including all nerves and nerve fibers. This is a genetic disorder. There are two forms: NF1 (90%) and NF1. This disease was once called von Recklinghausen disease, named after the man who first described it.
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What are three autosomal dominant conditions?
Marfan's Syndrome Hereditary spherocytosis Neurofibromatosis There are several others, but those are 3 good examples.
What is Neurofibromatosis type 2?
hereditary condition associated with an increased risk of bilateral acoustic neuromas, other nerve cell tumors and cataracts.
How did neurofibromatosis get its name?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neurofibromatosis
How do bilateral acoustic neuromas usually occur?
occur as part of a hereditary condition called Neurofibromatosis Type 2 (NF2). A person with NF2 has inherited a predisposition for developing acoustic neuromas and other tumors of the nerve cells
How can neurofibromatosis be diagnosed?
Neurofibromatosis is usually diagnosed when the patient has 10 or more cafe-au-lait spots.
Are there any support groups for neurofibromatosis?
Yes, in Dallas, Texas it is called the NSG (Neurofibromatosis Support Group)
What is the genotype for a person with the genetic disorder Neurofibromatosis?
I found this useful link http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/neurofibromatosis/neurofibromatosis.htm
Who does neurofibromatosis affect?
Every one idiot
Is neurofibromatosis tranferable threw intercourse?
Neurofibromatosis - is a genetic condition... nota communicable disease. You cannot 'catch' it from a sufferer by way of intercourse with an affected person.
What chromosome does Neurofibromatosis effects?
WOW!! That guy is amazing. A chicken? Histerical, Neurofibromatosis affects only chromosome number 23. It also will affect the brain and is an autosomal dominant genetic disorder.It is when your chromosome has a chicken.
Where can a person go to find detailed information on neurofibromatosis?
The NHS website has detailed information on neurofibromatosis. They have details of the diagnosis, causes, symptoms and possible treatments for the condition.
Is there a cure for neurofibromatosis?
no, not yet, but they are working to find one!
