Neurofibromatosis syndrome: A rare genetic disorder characterized by areas of increased and decreased skin pigmentation and the development of many non-cancerous nerve and skin tumors some of which may eventually become malignant. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Neurofibromatosis syndrome is available below.
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