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How i physically examine that my lumps are only lipomas not neurofibroma? i have only lumps no other symptoms of neurofibromatosis ?my age is 27

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Other signs with NF1: Some helpful clues in distinguishing the 2: café au lait macules--irregularly shaped, evenly pigmented, brown macules. Most have 6 or more café au lait spots that are 1.5 cm or greater in diameter. Axillary and/or perineal freckling neurofibromas nodules may be brown, pink, or skin colored, soft or firm to the touch, and they may have the pathognomonic buttonhole invagination when pressed on.

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Dr. Gerald Mandell answered

Specializes in Nuclear Medicine

Examine: Have qualified physician examine your lumps. In most instances with coloration of skin and consistency of tumors differentiation can be made.

Answered 12/10/2013

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