1. Albinism
Brittney and Jhenai

2. Causes
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Born with lack of
pigment called
melanin.
Both parents have to
have an albinism
gene for a child to
inherit it.

3. Effects
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Typically white hair.
Blue or slate gray
eyes.
Vision is bad.
Skin is usually milky
white.
Photo-phobia.

4. Treatments
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They usually wear
sunscreen and
sunglasses.
Most likely need
prescription lenses.
Can get eye surgery.
Need regular eye
exams.

5. Prevention
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Parents can get
genetic testing.
Can't be prevented.

6. Interesting facts
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Can still do activities
that people without
albinism can do.
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They can still see.
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It doesn't get worse.
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Has an increased risk
of skin cancer.

7. Interesting facts
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Can still do activities
that people without
albinism can do.
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They can still see.
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It doesn't get worse.
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Has an increased risk
of skin cancer.