Waardenburg syndrome type 2

Waardenburg syndrome type 2 (WS2) is an autosomal dominant subtype of Waardenburg syndrome. It is mainly characterized by different levels of hearing loss and changes in the pigment of the eyes, hair, and skin. Unlike some other forms of Waardenburg syndrome, WS2 does not show dystopia canthorum, which is the unusual spacing of the inner corners of the eyes. This condition is inherited in an autosomal dominant manner, which means that a change in one copy of a gene may cause the syndrome. The features and severity of symptoms can vary among people with this condition.

People with this condition commonly experience hearing loss and differences in pigmentation of the eyes, hair, and skin. The degree of these symptoms can vary between individuals.

Waardenburg syndrome type 2 is caused by changes in genes that follow an autosomal dominant pattern of inheritance. This means that a person only needs to inherit the affected gene from one parent to possibly have the condition. Details regarding the specific genetic changes are not provided in the available information.

Information about treatment is currently limited for this condition.

Information about prognosis is currently limited for this condition.

Information about research is currently limited for this condition.