Albinism is a rare, inherited genetic condition where the body produces little to no melanin, the pigment that colors skin, hair, and eyes.

Key features include:

Very pale or white skin and hair.

Light-colored eyes (blue, gray, or sometimes appearing reddish).

Significant vision problems due to underdeveloped eye structures, such as light sensitivity (photophobia), involuntary eye movements (nystagmus), and reduced sharpness (low visual acuity).

Increased risk of sunburn and skin cancer due to lack of melanin's UV protection.