A presentation on Albinism

1. Albinism

2. Albinism
• Uncommon (1 in 20000)
• Complete or partial limitation in the
production of melanin
• Variable expression
• Two main types

3. Albinism
• Reduced acuity (D>N)
• Photophobia
• Nystagmus
• Refractive error
• Squint
• Skin is susceptible to sunlight damage
• Normal IQ and neurodevelopment

4. Management
• Making Diagnosis
• Investigations
• Breaking ‘bad news’
• Well fitting dark glasses
• Spectacle prescription
• Hat
• Sunscreen
• Low Vision Habilitation

35. Management
• Well fitting dark glasses
• Spectacle prescription
• Hat
• Sunscreen
• Low Vision Habilitation