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Macular Degeneration

Also indexed as:Age-Related Macular Degeneration, Maculopathy

Keep your vision in good condition by taking care to prevent macular degeneration, a leading cause of blindness later in life. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful.

About This Condition

Macular degeneration is the degeneration of the macula retinae, also called the macula lutea, an oval disc on the retina in the back of the eye.

Degeneration of the macula retinae is the leading cause of blindness in elderly Americans.¹

Symptoms

Macular degeneration is typically painless and includes symptoms of dark or blurry areas in the center of vision, seeing distortions of straight lines, and difficulty doing activities that require sharp vision (e.g., driving and reading). Peripheral (side) vision may remain clear.

Healthy Lifestyle Tips

Smoking has been linked to macular degeneration. Quitting smoking may reduce the risk of developing macular degeneration.

References

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