10 Neurofibromatosis Symptoms
Tumors on the Optic Pathway
With NF1, individuals with the genetic disorder may have tumors develop on the optic pathway called optic gliomas. They can start as early as age six. Many patients experience tumors before late childhood. Additionally, it's rare in adults.
These may not present with symptoms or affect vision. However, some children will experience problems with sight and further treatment may be necessary to correct the problem. A similar neurofibromatosis symptom involves growths on the iris, but these won't affect vision.
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