Macular degeneration
November, 19th, 2024
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An eye disease that causes vision loss.
Description
Macular degeneration is an eye disease that causes loss in the center of the field of vision. In dry macular degeneration, the center of the retina breaks down. With wet macular degeneration, leaky blood vessels grow under the retina.
Overview
Blurred vision and reduced central vision are key symptoms.
Symptoms
Vitamins may slow disease progression. Surgery may be an option.
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