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Neurofibromatosis
I am a 38 year old male.I have neurofibromatosis(nf-1).There are many cafu la spots on my body.There are also many small tumors on my body and face.I would like to know will there be new tumors on my body and face over the years?Because I am very worried about my looks in public.I would also like to know is there any medicine or treatment for nf1?
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Possibility is there.. removal is the option.. for detailed information do direct online consultation with photos
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Dr. Hitesh Viradiya
Dermatologist
9 yrs exp
Surat
Yes it can come over face as well,
No specific medicine available to treat.
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visit near by dermatologists clinic and get it removed if want
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Avoid stress
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Dr. Anuj Kumar
Dermatologist
6 yrs exp
Moradabad
Yes.. there are chances of developing these lesion over face and body. For cosmetic purposes some neurofibromas can be excised
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