Published On Nov 22, 2021
Macular Degeneration | Wet vs Dry | Risk Factors, Pathophysiology, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment
Macular Degeneration (Age-Related Macular Degeneration) is an ocular condition involving degeneration of the macula, which is involved in central vision. There are many factors that increase the risk of this condition including increasing age and smoking. There are two types of macular degeneration: Dry and Wet. In this lesson, we discuss all of the risk factors, the pathophysiology of Dry and Wet macular degeneration, along with signs and symptoms, how it’s diagnosed and how it’s treated.
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