b'We know that appointments with your doctor can go by really quickly. And that later on you may struggle to remember all thats been said. Plus, you may still have a lot of questions about NF1 that you didnt get a chance to ask during the appointment, such as. multiple brownlearning diculties such as What is NF1? caf-au-lait" spots thatattention decit hyperactivity NF1 is a genetic condition that occurs in appear on the skin disorder (ADHD) and autistic around 1 in 3,000 people. 1NF1 isnt spreadspectrum disorder (ASD)like a cough or cold, its decided by DNA. DNA determines all kinds of things about us, such as how tall we are, and what colour eyes andsmall, soft lumps on hair we have. People with NF1 have differencesor under the skinin their DNA that cant be controlled by factorsalso called neurobromasoutside of their body. NF1 can be passed down through the DNA of a childs mother or father.problems with ne and However, in up to 50% of cases, the condition isgross motor skillsthe result of a spontaneous genetic changein the childs DNA, meaning they are the firstin the family to have it.2, 3CHTT2204 CTT Booklet A5_v5.indd 5 20/09/2022 16:19'