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What is Albinism

Albinism is a group of inherited disorders that are present from birth. and affect the amount of pigment found in the skin, hair, and eyes. People with albinism usually have little to no pigment in their eyes, skin, and hair, but the degree of pigment loss can be quite variable. Many persons with albinism have complete absence of pigment.

Their skin, hair, and eyes lack all pigment from birth, and they do not develop freckles or moles at any time during their lifetimes. This form of albinism is known as type 1 and is divided into several subtypes depending on associated characteristics. Other persons have decreased pigment, but may still have freckles and moles. This form of albinism, known as type 2, is more common among persons of African descent.

Reference for Albinism Article

National Institutes of Health

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