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I Have Neurofibromatosis. Is This The Same As Desmoid Tumors?

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Fort Collins, CO
September 24, 2024
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No, neurofibromatosis and desmoid tumors are not the same. Desmoid tumors, also known as aggressive fibromatosis, are a type of benign tumor that arises from connective tissue, often in muscles, blood vessels, tendons, and nerves. They are different from neurofibromatosis, which is a genetic disorder that causes tumors to Show Full Answer

No, neurofibromatosis and desmoid tumors are not the same. Desmoid tumors, also known as aggressive fibromatosis, are a type of benign tumor that arises from connective tissue, often in muscles, blood vessels, tendons, and nerves. They are different from neurofibromatosis, which is a genetic disorder that causes tumors to form on nerve tissue. If you have specific questions about desmoid tumors, feel free to ask!

September 24, 2024

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