Question 1

what are the tests for von recklinghausen's disease?

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Clinical & genetic: The diagnosis is primarily clinical based on skin lesions.  There are two major genetic forms and diagnosis may be confirmed by genetic testing.  See the site below:
http://www.Ninds.Nih.Gov/disorders/neurofibromatosis/neurofibromatosis.Htm.

Question 2

what are the symptoms of von recklinghausen's disease?

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Tan/brown spots: Neurofibromatosis type 1 (von recklinghausen's) is diagnosed if the patient has two or more neurofibromas, six or more "cafe au lait" spots (>1.5 cm  in adults), many freckles in the armpits, affected relative . Other diagnostic criteria require doctor: optic gliomas (tumors behind the eye), 2 or more lisch nodules (found in iris of eye), and certain bone lesions. 2 or more of above needed.

Question 3

what is the treatment for von recklinghausen's disease?

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None specific: The diagnosis is primarily clinical based on skin lesions.  There are two major genetic forms and diagnosis may be confirmed by genetic testing.  Treatment is based on the symptoms and organ system affected. See the site below:
http://www.Ninds.Nih.Gov/disorders/neurofibromatosis/neurofibromatosis.Htm.

Question 4

please let me know if there is a cure for von recklinghausen's disease?

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No: that is the old-fashioned term for neurofibromatosis type 1.  This genetic disease varies considerably and how it affects a given individual. You may review  information online at http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Neurofibromatosis/Pages/Symptoms.aspx

Question 5

please let me know if there is a cure for von recklinghausen's disease neurofibromas?

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Neurofibromatosis: The quick answer is no but hopefully in the future the genetics people will be able to manipulate the gene that causes this disorder and stop the progression. At the moment we do not have that ability.

Question 6

what are signs of raynard's disease?

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Fingers change color: Fingers with cold get white then purple than red usually with pain.

Question 7

what're the signs of addison's disease?

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Addison's : Adrenal insufficiency with low cortisol levels causes hypoglycemia, low blood pressure and inability to respond to physiologic stress. Electrolyte abnormalities and increased skin pigment are also signs.

Question 8

what are the signs that i have addison's disease?

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Many signs: Fatugue, weakness, low blood prssure, nausea, hyperpigmented skin in certain areas, low blood sugars. Why do you feel that you have addison'sdisease?

Question 9

what to expect for first signs of crohn's disease?

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Variable: There are many potential "first signs". Weight loss, diarrhea, abdominal pain, vomiting, iron deficiency, fatigue, blood in the stool, arthritis, fever. Any of these could be first signs. Its a tricky disease unfortunately.

Question 10

what are the signs that someone has crohn's disease?

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Symptoms variable : Crohn's disease can cause a range of symptoms depending on what portion of the bowel is affected. It can cause diarrhea, blood in stool, ulcers in mouth, weight loss, bowel obstruction with vomiting, and sores or fistful as around the anus. It can cause anemia and low protein. Most of the times symptoms develop over time. Ask your internist or see a gastroenterologist if crohn's seems likely.

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