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Who is at risk for amd?

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Older age: Family history, too much sun, smoking.

Answered 3/26/2013

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Dr. Edward Workman answered

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Genetics, lifestyle: There are multiple risk factors for Age related macular degeneration. The strongest are genetics; did a first degree relative have it? Other risk factors are smoking, hypertension, obesity, sunlight exposure, fatty diet.

Answered 6/10/2017

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