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02-07-2010, 04:03 PM
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Neurofibromatosis and Noma: Facial Tumours and Other Conditions
Neurofibromatosis type 1 and noma are distinct conditions that can affect the face. Neurofibromatosis type 1 causes changes in skin colouring and tumours that grow along nerves. It results from mutations in the NF1 gene, which produces a protein that limits cell growth. About half of cases are inherited; the rest arise from new mutations. Most adults develop benign neurofibromas, although malignant nerve sheath tumours can also occur. Noma is a rapidly progressing gangrenous disease of the mouth and face caused by mixed bacteria. It does not spread from person to person. It mainly affects children aged 2 to 6, mostly in sub-Saharan Africa, and is associated with malnutrition, immune suppression, poor oral health and extreme poverty. Early treatment includes antibiotics, oral hygiene and nutrition; severe cases may require surgery. WHO added noma to its neglected tropical diseases list in December 2023.  ·  ·  ·  ·  ·  ·  · |
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02-08-2010, 11:41 AM
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Re: Neurofibromatosis and Noma: Facial Tumours and Other Conditions
Oh dear god! That poor baby too. Those poor people...! It really makes you realize how lucky you are. Jeez.  |
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02-08-2010, 06:57 PM
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Re: Neurofibromatosis and Noma: Facial Tumours and Other Conditions
I trully wish that one day they get back to see their normal faces thanks to surgery!! Im pretty they will better than anyone else know how to appreciate the meaning of life!!
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