RE: Blue Eyes, Green Eyes and Brown Eyes (Albinism)
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Hello @nattybongo,
Another article about a phenomenon that is completely new to me: ocular albinos. It's interesting that there are associated conditions that do not seem to be directly related to the lack of melanin (nystagmus, for example). I wonder if these associated conditions may be carried on the same chromosome.
Once again, you offer suggestions for managing the condition (ocular albinism). I think that is so important.
Thank you for another interesting, and helpful article.
Be well and peaceful,
AG
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Thanks for reading and am glad you got something new today. Well, some of the associated conditions as you said may seem directly unrelated however there is always some correlation of some sort, for instance nystagmus is seen a lot of time in individuals with reduced vision as a result of a particular condition, this may be attributed to the fact that impulse transmission may be impeded to the LGN and other areas of the brain that contribute to autonomic eye movements and balance, including area responsible for the vestibular ocular reflex. Hence, Nystagmus is not only seen only in albinos but also in congenital cataract cases, amblyopia and high refractive error scenarios.