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    How Much Do You Know About Age-Related Macular Degeneration?

    Millions of Americans are affected by age-related macular degeneration (AMD). It's a disease that damages the eye's central vision. To learn more about macular degeneration, take this quiz. It is based on information from the National Eye Institute.

    1. People who have the greatest risk for developing AMD are 60 or older.
    2. AMD develops as one of two forms, wet or dry.
    3. AMD leads to total blindness.
    4. Smokers are more likely to develop AMD than nonsmokers.
    5. A blurred spot in the middle of your vision is one symptom of AMD.
    6. One way to help prevent AMD is to eat plenty of leafy green vegetables.
    7. AMD is difficult to diagnose.
    Online Medical Reviewer: Haupert, Christopher L, MD
    Online Medical Reviewer: Novick, Tara BSN MSN
    Online Medical Reviewer: Ratini, Melinda Murray DO
    Date Last Reviewed: 9/1/2022
    © 2000-2024 The StayWell Company, LLC. All rights reserved. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical care. Always follow your healthcare professional's instructions.
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    Southern New Mexico
    Surgery Center

    2301 Indian Wells Rd. Suite B
    Alamogordo, NM 88310
    www.snmsc.org

    Phone: 575.437.0890
    Fax: 575.437.0905
    Email: info@snmsc.org

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