Glossary entry

French term or phrase:

dégénérescence maculaire liée à l’âge

English translation:

age-related macular degeneration

Added to glossary by Maya Jurt
Nov 14, 2001 02:32
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French term

dégénérescence maculaire liée à l’âge

French to English Science
Also known as DMLA or DMA...

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age-related macular degeneration

It's the same in English - a degenerative disease of the retina
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Age-related macular degeneration (AMD)

What Is Age-Related Macular Degeneration?



Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of visual loss worldwide, and typically affects individuals 55 years of age or older. The disease affects the central part of the retina, called the macula. The macula is responsible for central vision, which enables reading, driving, sewing, and other tasks that require detailed vision. Vision loss typically occurs gradually and can affect both eyes at different rates. Even though macular degeneration can cause visual impairment, the disease usually does not cause peripheral (side) vision loss or lead to total blindness.
Macular degeneration appears to be hereditary, but not in all cases. In the early stages, no signs of vision disturbances usually occur. If caught early, macular degeneration can sometimes be treated, and this may delay or reduce the severity of the disease.

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agree Deborah James : agreed and useful information given too
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