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Deuteranomaly is a common type of red-green color vision deficiency. It is the most prevalent form of inherited color blindness, affecting approximately 6-8% of males and 0.5% of females. Deuteranomaly is caused by a genetic mutation on the X chromosome that affects the cone cells in the retina, specifically the green cones. These cones are responsible for detecting light in the green spectrum. In individuals with deuteranomaly, the green cones are present but have a shifted spectral sensitivity, meaning they are less sensitive to green light and more sensitive to red light.
This altered sensitivity results in difficulties distinguishing between certain shades of red, green, yellow, and orange.
Deuteranomaly is an inherited condition and is not curable. However, individuals with deuteranomaly can adapt and