Introduction:
Albinism is a condition that causes lack of pigment that gives color to the skin, hair and eyes. Albinism is caused by an inherited gene from either both parents or in some rare cases from only one parent. Albinism is rare in the United States and Europe affecting only 5 people per 100,000 people, where as in Southern Nigeria it affects 20 people per 100,000 people. There are 2 common types of Albinism called “oculocutaneous” albinism and “ocular” albinism.