Macular Degeneration - Symptom, Treatment and cause of Macular Degeneration

Macular Degeneration Description

A common form of vision deterioration in the elderly.

Macular Degeneration Cause

The macular is the part of the retina at the back of the eye that is most sensitive to light. It degenerates because of a poor blood supply with advancing age, cholesterol build ups in arteries and diabetes.

Macular Degeneration Symptom

Gradual loss of central vision while peripheral vision may be normal.

Investigation

Diagnosed by examining the eye through an ophthalmoscope (magnifying light).

Macular Degeneration Treatment

No effective treatment.

Prognosis of Macular Degeneration

Usually very slowly progressive.