Age-related macular degeneration (ARMD or AMD); Senile macular degeneration (SMD)
Prevention:
There is no known effective prevention. If you have a family history of macular degeneration, avoid all use of tobacco. Studies have shown that vitamin use and good nutrition may reduce the risk of developing macular degeneration.
Review Date: 7/24/2004
Reviewed By: Edward B. Feinberg, MD, MPH, Professor and Chair, Department of Ophthalmology, Boston University School of Medicine, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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