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Is it possible to control the further growths of neurofibroma?

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No: Sadly, neurofibromas can only be controlled surgically. This should only be done when the tumors are causing serious problems, as the removal of tumor often damages the nerve it is growing on.

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Dr. Gerald Mandell answered

Specializes in Nuclear Medicine

Not control growth: Neurofibromatosis can't be cured, but doctors monitor patient for complications and treats symptoms. A team of doctors trained in many areas often involved treatment of neurofibromatosis. Mainly supportive care with sometimes removal by surgery of troublesome lesions. Unfortunately growths cannot be controlled.

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