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Is a symptom of macular degeneration the need for brighter light to see or can that occur with other conditions?
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Yes and Yes: Macular degeneration can lead to the need for more light to read. So can cataract, the need for glasses, presbyopia, etc.
Answered 10/15/2017
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It can be: But other causes include cataract. See an eye doctor.
Answered 12/9/2013
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