macular degeneration
noun
: progressive deterioration of the macula resulting in a gradual loss of the central part of the visual field
especially
: age-related macular degeneration
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In one of the two main forms of macular degeneration, light-sensitive cells in the macula get damaged as cellular debris accumulates around them.
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Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 18 Jan. 2025
According to the American Kennel Club (AKC), vision loss in older dogs can stem from conditions like cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, or hypertension, which may lead to retinal detachment.
—Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
Wet macular degeneration treatment The following treatments for wet macular degeneration are from information developed by the National Eye Institute.
—Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 5 Dec. 2024
In its early stages, macular degeneration typically does not have any symptoms.
—Vanessa Caceres, Verywell Health, 21 Nov. 2024
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Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 18 Jan. 2025
According to the American Kennel Club (AKC), vision loss in older dogs can stem from conditions like cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, or hypertension, which may lead to retinal detachment.
—Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
Wet macular degeneration treatment The following treatments for wet macular degeneration are from information developed by the National Eye Institute.
—Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 5 Dec. 2024
In its early stages, macular degeneration typically does not have any symptoms.
—Vanessa Caceres, Verywell Health, 21 Nov. 2024
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“Macular degeneration.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/macular%20degeneration. Accessed 29 Jan. 2025.
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