Directory of Macular Degeneration Resources

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Macular Degeneration is a condition that mainly affects those over 60 years old (age related) but can also affect children and teenagers (juvenile). The condition affects the eyes Macula, in some cases causing it to stop working entirely which causes blindness.

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• Angeles Vision Clinic - Macular Degeneration

  http://avclinic.com/eye-conditions/macular-degeneration/
  In depth patient information site. Covers the condition and its many forms of treatment.

• Center for the Study of Macular Degeneration

  http://www.csmd.ucsb.edu/
  A biomedical research unit located at UC Santa Barbara dedicated to research on the cellular, molecular and genetic factors that contribute to the disorder.

• eMedicine Health - Macular Degeneration

  http://www.emedicinehealth.com/macular_degeneration/article_em.htm
  Consumer health resource center providing an overview of macular degeneration and its causes, symptoms and treatment.

• Macular Degeneration Information and Video

  http://www.youreyedoctors.com/MacularDegeneration.html
  Information and video. Covers the main condition, macular holes, epiretinal membranes, PDT laser therapy, and vitrectomy surgery.

• Macular Degeneration Research

  http://www.brightfocus.org/macular/
  Program was established to fund research and educate the public.

• Macular Degeneration, Tom's Condition

  http://www.ipa.net/~tr107918/MacularDegen.HTML
  A website with information about macular degeneration. Tom describes his ongoing confrontation with this disease.

• MD Support

  http://www.mdsupport.org/
  Internet community offering information and support.

• NHS Choices: Macular Degeneration

  http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/Macular-degeneration/
  Provides information on this condition affecting central vision. Includes details of symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and complications.

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