Oculodermal melanocytosis
Pronounced AH-kyoo-loh-DER-mul meh-LAN-oh-sy-TOH-sis, it is a condition marked by brown, blue, or gray patches, usually on the inside of the eye and on the skin near or around the eye. It may also affect the eyelid and mouth.
What causes it?[edit | edit source]
It is caused by an increase in the number of cells called melanocytes in skin and eye tissue. Melanocytes make a substance called melanin, which gives color to skin and eyes.
What is the risk?[edit | edit source]
Having oculodermal melanocytosis may increase the risk of glaucoma and a type of eye cancer called intraocular melanoma.
What are the other names for it?[edit | edit source]
Also called nevus of Ota.
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