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Albinism
- 1. Albinism Rob Byrne
- 2. Causes Occurs when genetic defects make the body unable to produce melanin Type 1 - caused by defects that affect production of the pigment, melanin Type 2 - due to a defect in the "P" gene. People with this type have slight coloring at birth.
- 3. Transmission Transmitted genetically A person can have it and not even know it Any race or gender can get it
- 4. Diagnosis Genetic testing is the only way to find out if you have the disease Tested with a sample of blood, hair or skin
- 5. Signs And Symptoms Absence of color in the hair, skin, or iris of the eye. Patchy, missing skin color. Crossed eyes Light sensitivity Rapid eye movements Vision problems, or functional .
- 6. Treatments No real “cure” for Albinism Laser eye surgery and visual rehabilitation Glasses Avoiding Sunlight Because Albinism is genetic there is no real way to prevent it