NF1 is a rare, progressive condition caused by a mutation or flaw in a particular gene. NF1 is usually diagnosed in early childhood. It appears in an estimated 1 out of every 3000 infants.
of children with NF1 may develop benign (noncancerous) tumors called plexiform neurofibromas or plexiform tumors, which grow along nerves.
of children with NF1 may develop benign (noncancerous) tumors called plexiform neurofibromas or plexiform tumors, which grow along nerves.
These tumors can grow on any nerve in the body and can be large or small in size.
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NF1 plexiform neurofibromas are usually treated by a team of healthcare specialists, including neuro-oncologists, oncologists, neurologists, geneticists, surgeons, and others who specialize in treating symptoms related to this disease.
The location of your child’s plexiform neurofibromas will help determine which doctors are best to see for treatment.
Surgery for NF1 plexiform neurofibromas may not be recommended by your child’s healthcare provider. One reason is plexiform neurofibromas may be closely intertwined with critical nerves and located near major organs. Also, PN may not be completely removed by surgery.
Your child’s doctor may prescribe therapies or medicines to help relieve symptoms of NF1 plexiform neurofibromas (PN).
Plexiform neurofibromas (PN) can cause a lot of uncertainty. Creating daily routines for children can help them feel secure and give them a positive sense of control.
Building a supportive home environment in which all family members are treated equally with respect and acceptance can benefit not only the child with NF1 plexiform neurofibromas, but also siblings, who may feel they’re getting less attention.
Making the transition from childhood to teenage years can be especially difficult when living with NF1 PN. Helping your child gradually take more control of their health care, medications, and treatment decisions can encourage responsibility and help them feel empowered.
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Before taking Koselugo, tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical conditions, including if you:
Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, or herbal supplements. Especially tell your healthcare provider if you are taking aspirin, blood thinners, or other medicines to treat blood clots. Koselugo contains vitamin E, which may increase your risk of bleeding.
Koselugo may cause serious side effects, including:
Heart problems. Koselugo can lower the amount of blood pumped by your heart, which is common and can also be severe. Your healthcare provider will do tests before and during treatment with Koselugo to check how well your heart is working. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you get any of the following signs or symptoms:
Eye problems. Koselugo can cause eye problems that can lead to blindness. Your healthcare provider will check your vision before and during treatment with Koselugo. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you get any of the following signs or symptoms:
Severe diarrhea. Diarrhea is common with Koselugo and can also be severe. Tell your healthcare provider right away the first time that you get diarrhea during treatment with Koselugo. Your healthcare provider may give you medicine to help control your diarrhea and may tell you to drink more fluids.
Skin rash. Skin rashes are common with Koselugo and can also be severe. Tell your healthcare provider if you get any of the following signs or symptoms:
Muscle problems (rhabdomyolysis). Muscle problems are common with Koselugo and can also be severe. Treatment with Koselugo may increase the level of a muscle enzyme in your blood, which may be a sign of muscle damage. Your healthcare provider should do a blood test to check your muscle enzyme levels before you start taking Koselugo and during treatment. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you get any of the following signs or symptoms:
Your healthcare provider may change your dose, temporarily stop, or permanently ask you to stop taking Koselugo if you have any of these side effects.
The most common side effects of Koselugo are:
These are not all the possible side effects of Koselugo.
What is Koselugo?
Koselugo is a prescription medicine that is used to treat children 2 years of age and older with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) who have plexiform neurofibromas that cannot be completely removed by surgery.
It is not known if Koselugo is safe and effective in children under 2 years of age.
