A 46-year-old member asked:
My grandmother has glaucoma, and my mother has macular degeneration. does this mean i will go blind too?
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Dr. Patrick Chananswered
Ophthalmology - LASIK Surgery 15 years experience
Probably not: Both of these are typically slow developing diseases and can be identified early if you obtain routine visits with your ophthalmologist.
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Dr. Tim Conradanswered
Ophthalmology 36 years experience
Depends: You have an increased risk of developing these diseases, either of which can cause blindness. Starting at age 40, get an eye exam yearly. Be sure to see an ophthalmologist.
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Last updated Apr 7, 2014
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