Albinism
is a type of inherited disorder in which there is complete or partial
lack of pigment melanin in skin, hair and eyes. This condition occurs
due to defect or complete lack of the enzyme tyrosinase, an enzyme
responsible for production of melanin. Deficiency
of melanin pigment in the skin leads to increased sensitivity to sun
rays and increased chance of suffering from skin cancer. Albinism
does not interfere with intellectual development of an affected
person however due to social taboo these people often feels isolated.
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