👉 Melanophthalmus is a condition characterized by the development of melanin-producing cells in the retina, typically affecting the eyes of newborns and young children. This condition can lead to vision problems due to excessive production of melanin, causing yellowish or brownish-black spots on the skin that are visible when light is filtered through the eye's pupil. The term "melanophthalmus" refers to a specific type of congenital disorder characterized by this characteristic.
