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21 month son with albinism. has brown bruise. melanin present?
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Oculocutaneous: Albinism (OCA) Types 1 A, 1 B & 2-7 differ in gene mutations that determine reduced vs. absent melanin & severity of vision & hearing problems. A geneticist, pediatric ophthalmologist, developmental/behavioral pediatrician, child neurologist & Early Intervention Program are needed to promote optimal development. Hermansky-Pudlak type OCA can have bruising, bleeding, GI & lung problems.
Answered 12/28/2015
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