Why Do You Get Neurofibromatosis?

Neurofibromatosis is caused by genetic defects (mutations) that either are passed on by a parent or occur spontaneously at conception. The specific genes involved depend on the type of neurofibromatosis: NF1 . The NF1 gene is located on chromosome 17.

Where does neurofibromatosis come from?

Neurofibromatosis 1 (NF1) is the most common of the three conditions. Although many people with NF1 inherit the gene that causes the condition, between 30 and 50 percent of cases arise from a spontaneous genetic mutation in the NF1 gene.

How do you prevent neurofibromatosis?

Can neurofibromatosis be prevented or avoided? You cannot avoid NF. You can have genetic testing to see if you carry the gene.