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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Age is a major risk factor for wet macular degeneration.
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Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 5 Dec. 2024
The Belfast actress has macular degeneration in her eyes, which can cause permanent and rapid central vision loss, according to the Mayo Clinic.
—Marina Watts, Peoplemag, 27 May 2024
There’s dry macular degeneration, which my mom had.
—Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 24 Oct. 2024
The antioxidant properties of cherry juice can help fight off macular degeneration, and improve vision in patients with glaucoma.11
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—Kelly Burch, Verywell Health, 9 Oct. 2024
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Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 5 Dec. 2024
The Belfast actress has macular degeneration in her eyes, which can cause permanent and rapid central vision loss, according to the Mayo Clinic.
—Marina Watts, Peoplemag, 27 May 2024
There’s dry macular degeneration, which my mom had.
—Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 24 Oct. 2024
The antioxidant properties of cherry juice can help fight off macular degeneration, and improve vision in patients with glaucoma.11
12.
—Kelly Burch, Verywell Health, 9 Oct. 2024
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“Macular degeneration.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/macular%20degeneration. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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