Age Related Macular Degeneration: Who is at Risk?
Aside from affecting older patients there are others who present with a higher risk. Caucasians and women are at higher risk for age related macular degeneration (AMD). The risk is increased for both the wet or dry type of AMD. There is also growing evidence that AMD has [...]
Long-term exposure to UV rays can lead to cataracts, macular degeneration, or skin cancer around the eyelids. Sunglasses should be worn when you are outdoors so you can protect your eyes. You should choose sunglasses that: reduce glare …
Some studies indicate a link of UV rays with cataracts and macular degeneration. In addition to the eyes, the skin around the eyes is especially susceptible to sun damage and is the location for the most typical type of skin cancer, …
Health experts and environmentalists warn that damage from the exposure to the UV rays is cumulative and over a period of time it will lead to serious diseases of the eye, including cataract and macular degeneration. …
UV rays are known to play a role in the development of cataracts and they may be involved in age-related macular degeneration, as well. According to recent studies, blue light, which is visible, seems to be more of a problem for macular …
