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Unable To Walk Due To Swollen Bumps On My Shin And Ankles. Can Neurofibromatosis Cause This Problem?

I have swollen bumps on my shin and my ankles will swell to the point they hurt so bad I can not walk. They have taken X-rays and did not notice a problem and I have orthotics, which don't seem to help. I am wondering what could be the problem? I have been diagnosed with neurofibromatosis and I don't know if that could play a part in any of this.
Thu, 12 Dec 2013
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Hello and welcome to HCM,

I read your query and understood your concern.

Like you mentioned you are suffering from neurofibromatosis, the painful swelling you are getting is called plexiform neurofibroma and it is found in around 40% patients having neurofibromatosis.

If caught in early stages, it could be removed successfully. I'd suggest you to go see a surgeon as soon as possible. They'll get a biopsy / a MRI scan to confirm the diagnosis and excise the mass. Once excised they rarely recur on the same spot.

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Unable To Walk Due To Swollen Bumps On My Shin And Ankles. Can Neurofibromatosis Cause This Problem?

Hello and welcome to HCM, I read your query and understood your concern. Like you mentioned you are suffering from neurofibromatosis, the painful swelling you are getting is called plexiform neurofibroma and it is found in around 40% patients having neurofibromatosis. If caught in early stages, it could be removed successfully. I d suggest you to go see a surgeon as soon as possible. They ll get a biopsy / a MRI scan to confirm the diagnosis and excise the mass. Once excised they rarely recur on the same spot. Hope I helped.