10 Neurofibromatosis Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #6: Muscle Wasting
Muscle wasting or muscle atrophy occurs when there is decreased mass of the muscles. It is most commonly seen when there is are circumstances that cause an individual to be disabled, confined to bed, or have restricted movements. Muscle atrophy can lead to muscle weakness. It can be seen in various diseases such as congestive heart failure, cancer, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
In neurofibromatosis type 2, the growth of schwannomas in the various nerves of the body such as the optic nerve, cranial nerves, spinal nerves, and peripheral nerves can lead to issues such as pain, balance issues, vision loss, numbness, and atrophy/weakness of the muscles in the arms and legs.
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