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 Raymond was diagnosed with NF1 at about 2 years old. Since then he has begun to work with a speech therapist and developed a few tumors (they have not caused complications). We have been very lucky so far and with your help we can work to find treatments and hopefully a cure. Neurofibromatosis (commonly abbreviated NF) is a genetically-inherited disorder in which the nerve tissue grows tumors (i.e., neurofibromas) that may be harmless or may cause serious damage by compressing nerves and other tissues. The disorder affects all neural crest cells (Schwann cells, melanocytes, endoneurial fibroblasts). Cellular elements from these cell types proliferate excessively throughout the body forming tumors and the melanocytes function abnormally resulting in disordered skin pigmentation. The tumors may cause bumps under the skin, colored spots, skeletal problems, pressure on spinal nerve roots, and other neurological problems. Any donation is appreciated.
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