Color blindness

Overview

Color blindness is a reduced ability to distinguish between certain colors, usually shades of red and green. The condition is often inherited. More men than women are affected. Other causes include certain eye diseases and medications.

Treatments

Treatment of underlying conditions can help in some cases.

Last Updated Jun 13, 2017


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