What is another word for NF?
Pronunciation: [ˌɛnˈɛf] (IPA) 
NF is an abbreviation for the term neurofibromatosis, a genetic disorder that causes tumors to grow on nerves throughout the body. However, there are synonyms for the abbreviation "NF," including neurofibroma, which is a benign nerve tumor that is a hallmark of the disorder. Other synonyms include von Recklinghausen's disease, which was named after the physician who first described the disorder in 1882. Some also use the term NFI, which stands for neurofibromatosis type 1, the most common form of the disorder. Despite its many names, NF can cause significant health problems, including hearing and vision loss, bone deformities, and learning disabilities.
