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Can NF1 get worse with age? Understanding the lifelong journey

Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) affects roughly 1 in 3,000 individuals worldwide and is a lifelong condition. Understanding how NF1 can change over time is crucial for long-term health management, especially considering many manifestations of NF1 are age-dependent. Addressing the question, “Can NF1 get worse with age?” is central to preparing for and managing this genetic disorder throughout adulthood.