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Macular DegenerationMacular degeneration is an eye disease which commonly affects people over 55 years of age (referred to as ARMD) ,the symptoms of which are a gradual loss of central vision .
The condition occurs when the macula the part of the retina which is used for central vision is unable to function normally. It does not affect a person’s side vision at all, so you can still see clearly in the periphery. There are two main types of degeneration, dry and wet. The Dry variety of degeneration affects your eyes gradually. Unfortunately at present there is no treatment for this type. The Wet degeneration is a more serious condition, and can develop rapidly .It is caused by leakage of blood vessels at the macula. It requires urgent treatment with a laser to seal the leaking vessels ARMD is the most common cause of visual impairment in elderly people, and for unknown reasons is more common in women .
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