Description
Albinism is a disease of the Eyes, Hair and the Skin.
The lack of pigmentation in the Eyes, Hair and the Skin is Albinism.
It is a genetic disorder.
The melanin pigment present in the Skin gives color to the Skin, Hair and Eyes.
In Albinism, the production of melanin is low or is totally absent.
Causes of Albinism
Gene Mutation
Inheritance of recessive gene alleles
If not treated properly, Albinism may cause
Sunburn
Skin Cancer