Throughout this booklet, words that may be new to readers are printed in italics and explained briefly. Definitions of these and other medical terms related to VHL appear at the back of this booklet. We will appreciate your suggestions and comments to make future editions of this booklet even better. I explain what's going on, how it works and what we're trying to fix, what could happen if it isn't fixed. I'm educating my patient in a way, but I'm also dispelling uncertainty.
Uncertainty is the worst illness.
The fear of the unknown can really be disabling. Early Detection General Recommendations for Screening Possible Manifestations of VHL . Medical Terms References Prepared by . . .