What is AMD/Symptoms
AMD is a degenerative age related eye disease which causes central visual distortion and loss.
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- Dry AMD : typical less severe
- Wet AMD: typically more severe visual loss
- Geographic AMD: often slowly progressive
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Symptoms (commonly reported):
- Blurry lines
- Blind spots
- Central Visual Distortion
Risk Factors (that are commonly known):
- Age
- Family history/genetics
- Smoking
- High blood pressure
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- Abnormal cholesterol/lipid levels
- Obesity
- Lower vitamin/nutrient in blood
- Excessive uv sunlight exposure over time
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