HubHip: Health: Conditions and Diseases: Skin Disorders: Albinism (12)

DescriptionAlbinism is a genetic condition resulting in a lack of pigmentation in the eyes, skin and hair. It is an inherited condition arising from the combination of recessive genes passed from both parents of an individual. A variety of problems with photosensitivity in eyesight and skin usually result from the condition.

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