Neurofibromatosis is a genetic disorder that involves multiple systems in the body.
It is inherited as an autosomal dominant trait, and occurs in 1 in 3000 livebirths. The patient can present in various ways. But diagnosis can be made if the patient has some of the following conditions. Freckles in the axilla and inguinal areas are often present in these patients. Multiple neurofibromas are present, which are firm nodules under the skin.