The following Conditions are related to Photophobia

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  • Albinism

    Albinism is a rare genetic condition caused by mutations of certain genes that affect the amount of melanin your body produces. Melanin controls the pigmentation (color) of your skin, eyes, and hair.People with albinism have extremely pale skin, eyes, and hair. They are at an increased risk of vision, skin, and social issues; the patients aren't born with the usual amount of melanin pigment.Melanin is a ch  Read More

  • Ichthyosis keratosis follicularis spinulosa decalvans

    There is no cure available for Keratosis follicularis spinulosa decalvans (KFSD).Treatments include:Applying skin-softening (emollient) ointments to soften and add moisture to the skin helps KFSD patients with their dry, itchy skin. This can be especially effective after bathing while the skin is still moist.Plain petroleum jelly and Lactate lotion is also said to be effective and is preferable  Read More

  • Keratitis ichthyosis deafness syndrome

    Keratitis ichthyosis deafness (KID) syndrome is an unusual, multi-system illness caused by a genetic mutation.KID syndrome is an autosomal dominant condition that is inherited.It is a genetic condition that can be passed down from parent to child in an autosomal dominant manner. That means that each person affected by the disease will have one defective gene and one normal gene.The kid will be aff  Read More

  • Oculocutaneous albinism

    Oculocutaneous albinism is a group of conditions that affect the pigmentation of the skin, hair, and eyes. Affected individuals typically have very fair skin and white or light-colored hair.Long-term sun exposure greatly increases the risk of skin damage and skin cancers, including an aggressive form of skin cancer called melanoma, in people with this condition.Oculocutaneous albinism also reduces pigmenta  Read More

  • Torular meningitis

    The condition known as Torular Meningitis, which is caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis, is characterised by inflammation of the membranes (meninges) surrounding the brain or spinal cord. The problem of Torular Meningitis appears gradually. Antibiotics and other medications are typically effective in treating the infection.Cause of the Torular MeningitisA rare complication of Torular Meni  Read More