Bilateral acoustic neurofibromatosis is a nervous system genetic condition. Tumors develop on the nerve tissues. Neurofibromatosis problems primarily influence nerve cell tissue growth and development. Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) and neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2) are the two disorders. The most frequent kind of neurofibromatosis is NF1. Schwannomatosis, a third and more rare variety of neurofibromatosis, was recently discovered, but doctors still don’t know much about it.
TYPES
The two most common types of bilateral acoustic neurofibromatosis are:
SYMPTOMS
The symptoms of bilateral acoustic neurofibromatosis depends on its type. NF1 patients may experience the following symptoms:
The following symptoms are common in people with Neurofibromatosis 2 (NF2):
DIAGNOSIS
Apart from a physical exam, assessment of medical history and symptoms, a variety of tests are used to diagnose neurofibromatosis, including:
TREATMENT
Neurofibromatosis has no known cure. The focus of treatment is on symptom management. There is no conventional treatment for NF, and many symptoms, such as café au lait spots, can be managed without medication. When therapy is required, may consider the following options:
Chemotherapy or radiation is needed if a tumor has turned malignant or cancerous. Consult your doctor about your condition’s treatment options. He or she may recommend the one that will help you manage your symptoms the most efficiently.
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