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Not every person with albinism is the same, even though they may look alike. Albinism is a genetic condition that affects melanin production, the pigment responsible for skin, hair, and eye colour. It affects people of all races and ethnicities, with oculocutaneous albinism (OCA) affecting 1 in 20,000 people globally and ocular albinism (OA) affecting at least 1 in 60,000 men. There are five main types of albinism. Here they are:1. Oculocutaneous Albinism (OCA)The most common kind of albinism is oculocutaneous albinism (OCA). It affects the skin, hair, and eyes. People with OCA typically have …

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