2006-07-13 15:16:27 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
Neuofibromatosis cannot be removed it is the condition or disorder itself. Neurofibromas can be removed, although some do attach themselves to nerves.
2006-07-14 13:54:14 · answer #1 · answered by auntienanny230 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Depends. Some are easier to remove then other, but on a lot of the tumors, wrap around the nerves, which can be dangerous when removing tumor, it can pose a threat. Which is why doctors may only remove a certain amount of the tumor. Removing the tumor does not however take away the NF, in any way. You will still have it. Also the tumor have a high chance of growing back years later.
2006-07-14 13:27:47 · answer #2 · answered by Linds 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've had three neurofibromas removed
They can pose a threat, but are most usually benign. You should definitely have them removed and sent to pathology.
It is a simple office procedure, much like having a mole removed. After they are removed, you will probably need stitches.
2006-07-14 00:40:06 · answer #3 · answered by kmap71 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes..they can be removed surgically. It is a better aidea to have it removed coz these are benign tumors which can later on be health threat. :0
2006-07-14 00:00:55 · answer #4 · answered by justurangel 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Neurofibromas can often be removed. Although usually benign (noncancerous), they can sometimes become cancerous (in an estimated 5% of cases).
2006-07-13 22:24:09 · answer #5 · answered by purple 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋