Medical geneticists and genetic counselors can assist families with questions about diagnosis and management of NF1. The National Society of Genetic Counselors website has a searchable "Find A Genetic Counselor" directory that can be used to locate genetic counselors throughout the Untied States and Canada.
A medical geneticist or another physician familiar with NF1 can help ensure that an individual with NF1 receives care from a multi-disciplinary team of healthcare providers, dependent upon the specific symptoms of NF1 an individual patient experiences. In addition to routine primary care, this team may include dermatology (skin), orthopedics (bone), ophthalmology (vision), neurology (brain and nervous system), and a developmental pediatrician.
Other Questions About Neurofibromatosis, type 1
- Who else in my family should I test for Neurofibromatosis Type 1?
- Where do I find other people with Neurofibromatosis Type 1?
- What specialist doctors should I see with Neurofibromatosis Type 1?
- What lifestyle changes should be made for people with Neurofibromatosis Type 1?
- What is the likelihood that someone has Neurofibromatosis Type 1?
