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Is macular degeneration genetic?
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Yes: The lifetime risk of developing late-stage macular degeneration is 50% for people that have a relative with macular degeneration, versus 12% for people that do not have relatives with macular degeneration, a fourfold higher risk.
Answered 8/7/2013
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Some: There are a few inherited forms especially those in the young and those associated with drusen deposits that have strong inheritance. Less certain is the inheritance pattern of ordinary, older age macular degeneration - the data is still being worked out. You can help protect your macula with a good diet, avoidance of sunlight and stopping smoking.
Answered 5/18/2014
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Yes: Certain genetic variations (such as in the complement factor system) that are inherited put you at increased risk for macular degeneration.
Answered 11/6/2012
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Yes: There is a strong genetic association with macular degeneration invoking multiple genes
Answered 9/19/2015
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