Preventing Macular Degeneration: Your Eyes Are Worth It

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Getting older presents various challenges and frustrations, as many parts of the body you were accustomed to depend on in former years no longer function as well as they used to. As one of the most relied-upon senses, loss of vision can be devastating. Macular degeneration is the number one cause of vision loss, often starting with mild blurring or wavy vision and progressing in some cases to severe vision loss and even blindness. The most prevalent kind of macular degeneration is the dry form, accounting for 90% of all cases. It is generally less severe than wet macular degeneration, which typically causes more severe vision loss. Though varying in severity, both kinds of macular degeneration result in loss of visual acuity in the center of the eye. While there is no known cure for age-related macular degeneration, there are measures that you can take to help prevent or slow the progression of the disease. Read more…

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