Acute macular degeneration Flashcards by Mo Daff | Brainscape

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causes of Acute macular degeneration

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Behavioral/nutritional factors B12 deficiency

genetic

smoking is a major risk factor

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Two types of Acute macular degeneration

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Dry and wet

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tell me about dry Acute macular degeneration

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Drusen

atrophy of retinal pigment epithelium

slow and less dramatic than wet

need routine appointment

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tell me about wet Acute macular degeneration

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Fluid

causes haemorhages, scarring and swellings

fast and dramatic

should refer within 2 weeks

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Risk factors for ARMD

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Age

smoking is a major risk factor

sun exposure

poor diet

alcohol

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