Neurofibromatosis 2 Learning Center
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Neurofibromatosis 2 (NF2) is a genetic disorder in which tumors form on the nerves of the brain and spine (the central nervous system. See also: Neurofibromatosis 1 (NF1) |
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Symptoms
Symptoms of NF2 include: Balance problems; Cataracts at a young age; Changes in vision; Coffee-colored marks on the s...
Causes
NF2 is passed down through families in an autosomal dominant fashion. This means that if one parent has NF2, any chil...
Tests
Signs include: Brain and spinal tumors; Hearing-related (acoustic) tumors; Skin tumors. Tests include: Genetic testin...
Treatments
Most patients need surgery to remove tumors. Tumors also can be treated with radiation.
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