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Is it known whether macular degeneration is sometimes associated with certain diseases or medical disorders (apart from diabetes)? i am aware that diabetics have an increased risk of developing macular degeneration.
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Vitamines: You might like to consider vitamins and consult your ophthalmologist for best opinion
Answered 10/19/2014
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