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Synonyms
Albinism
Albinism affects the production of melanin, the pigment that colours skin, hair and eyes.
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Causes of albinism
Albinism is caused by a lack of the pigment melanin, which gives hair, skin and eyes their colour.
Diagnosing albinism
In most cases, albinism will be obvious from a baby's characteristics when they are born.
Introduction
Albinism is an inherited condition that affects the production of melanin, the pigment that colours the skin, hair and eyes.
Signs and symptoms of albinism
In albinism, the lack of the pigment melanin affects the colour of a person's hair, skin and/or eyes.
Treatment and support for people with albinism
Albinism itself does not need to be treated, but the associated skin and eye problems often do.
