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MEDLINEplus: Macular Degeneration
Topics. macular degeneration. Contents of Seniors. Search MEDLINEfor recent research articles on macular degeneration. You may
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Geron Corporation
Discovers and develops therapeutic and diagnostic products based upon common biological mechanisms underlying cancer and other agerelated diseases such as skin aging, atherosclerosis, osteoporosis and macular degeneration. (Nasdaq GERN).
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MEDLINEplus Medical Encyclopedia: Macular Degeneration
macular degeneration. Alternative names Return to top Agerelated maculardegeneration (ARMD or AMD); Senile macular degeneration (SMD).
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Extractions: Skip navigation Other encyclopedia topics: A-Ag Ah-Ap Aq-Az B-Bk ... Z Contents of this page: Retina Alternative names Return to top Age-related macular degeneration (ARMD or AMD); Senile macular degeneration (SMD) Definition Return to top Macular degeneration is a disorder that affects the macula (the central part of the retina of the eye) causing decreased visual acuity and possible loss of central vision. Causes, incidence, and risk factors Return to top The macula is the part of the retina that allows the eye to see fine details at the center of the field of vision. Degeneration results from a partial breakdown of the retinal pigment epithelium (RPE). The RPE is the insulating layer between the retina and the choroid (the layer of blood vessels behind the retina). The RPE acts as a selective filter to determine what nutrients reach the retina from the choroid. Many components of blood are harmful to the retina and are kept away from the retina by normal RPE. Breakdown of the RPE interferes with the metabolism of the retina, causing thinning of the retina (the "dry" phase of macular degeneration). These harmful elements may also promote new blood vessel formation and fluid leakage (the "wet" phase of macular degeneration).
Dr. Wilson Home Page
This is the first treatment of macular degeneration of its kind and the first to have success stories of Reverse macular degeneration; ADD, ADHD, Alzheimer's
http://www.drwilson.com
Bowes Rickman Laboratory
Introduction to research, staff and publications using molecular probes to identify genes associated with macular degeneration and other blindness, at Duke University, Durham, NC.
http://www.duke.edu/~bowes007
Kentucky Eye Institute
Comprehensive eye care center with a full range of services including treatment for glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, cataracts, and refractive errors. Sixteen locations.
http://kyeye.com/
LUTEIN /MACULAR DEGENERATION Information Page, Revision 7/02
Information relating lutein to macular degeneration (AMD) risk reduction, literaturereferences, dietary intake, chemical structure, source of pills.
http://www.pressenter.com/~generics/

Extractions: .........................LUTEIN MOLECULE CLICK ON HIGHLIGHTED WORDS FOR FURTHER INFORMATION LUTEIN , (loo teen) n [LATIN luteum = egg yolk, from luteus = yellow]- a yellow pigment in the chemical family of carotenoids and found in egg yolks, vegetables, marigold flowers, alfalfa and to a lesser degree in many other plants. The original medical association of LUTEIN was as an isolate from the corpus luteum, a part of the ovaries, and hence its name, but important medical aspects are its presence in the macula of the eye where it is strongly implicated in maintaining eye health, and as a protective agent from heart disease. Humans do not synthesize lutein and depend entirely on dietary sources such as vegetables (and eggs) or supplement lutein pills PROPERTIES: MOLECULAR WEIGHT 644 Lutein has in the past several years been the subject of many studies (see reference link below) associating it with risk reduction for failing eyesight due to Age-related Macular Degeneration or AMD, and therefore has generated significant interest. While the National Eye Institute adopts a "guarded evaluation" (see NEI link at bottom) of a Lutein/AMD risk association, a general conclusion from the studies available is that increased
EyeCare News
Visudyne (Verteporfin) approved for treatment of wet macular degeneration. About10% of patients who suffer from macular degeneration have the wet type.
http://www.stlukeseye.com/news/Details.asp?ArticleID=151
Linda1958's Macular Degeneration "Hope" Page
The story my experience macular degeneration and Submacular Surgery is posted to provide positive, Category Health Conditions and Diseases macular degenerationMy MD Story is posted to provide positive information and hope for peoplediagnosed with macular degeneration. macular degeneration Partnership
http://www.geocities.com/linda1958.geo/

Extractions: To return to this page, just close the new window. This is my MD Story As it happens, Dr. M. was not kidding when he told me the reason I suddenly couldn't see was that I was suffering from Macular Degeneration , a disease which attacks some people slowly and insidiously, and others, like myself, with absolutely no warning. On Friday the 13th of November, 1998, as I was quietly typing, I suddenly could not see well enough to read. The reason? I had lost the central vision in my left eye. It had gone from 20/20 to 20/400+ quite literally "in the blink of an eye". This is a good illustration of what the written page
BLINDNESS
Brief report on evidence of a link between smoking and agerelated macular degeneration.
http://www.tobacco.neu.edu/tcu/3-97/BLINDNESS.html

Extractions: SMOKING CAN LEAD TO BLINDNESS In two articles published in the October 9, 1996 issue of The Journal of American Medicine and in a report to the American Aging Association, researchers helped strengthen the link between cigarette smoking and Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD). AMD is a condition in which the cell layer behind the retina begins to rot and rupture producing blurred vision and desensitivity to color. According to the researchers AMD is the main cause of new cases of blindness among people over 65. The researchers provided two hypothesis for the link between cigarette smoking and the degeneration. First, is that the cigarette smoking reduces levels of plasma antioxidant, a substance in the blood stream which protects the cells in the retina. This leaves the rather delicate cells of the eyes macula lutea (parts of the retina) left unprotected from oxygen molecules. The second hypothesis states that damage may occur when poor circulation (constricted blood vessels) due to smoking causes the protective layer between the retina and blood vessels to erode. This allows fluid to leak between membranes causing irritation and scarring. The fi rst study conducted by a team of researchers from the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Boston, followed 32,000 female nurses aged 50 and 59 for a twelve year period. Those who smoked more than 25 cigarettes a day had a two and half times greater risk of developing macular degeneration. The second study, conducted by doctors at the Brigham and Women's hospital and Harvard Medical School, focused on 21,000 male doctors over the same twelve year period and reported similar results.
Researching The Cause Of Macular Degeneration
The goal of current research in age-releted macular degeneration is to understand the aging process Category Health Conditions and Diseases macular degenerationAgereleted macular degeneration affects 13 million Americans. Receive HealthLinkvia email! Subscribe now . Researching the Cause of macular degeneration.
http://healthlink.mcw.edu/article/953061745.html

Extractions: Subscribe now >> The causes of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) are still not understood, but researchers at the Medical College of Wisconsin continue to seek answers through research at the cellular level. Age-related macular degeneration is the leading cause of vision loss for individuals over age 60, affecting 13 million Americans. Macular degeneration affects light-sensitive photoreceptor cells in the macula, the center of the retina at the back of the eye. While it doesn't cause total blindness, the disease destroys central vision so reading, watching TV and driving are impossible. There is no cure, and treatments are very limited. Like most age-related diseases, AMD is likely to have many causes, including both genetic and "toll of years" components. A gene or several genes may predispose the retina to cellular changes resulting in macular degeneration. But whether or not a person with a genetic predisposition gets the disease also depends upon how the aging process itself affects cells.
American Health Assistance Foundation: Alzheimer's Disease, Macular Degeneration
Funds research on Alzheimer's and other diseases, educates the public, and provides financial assistance Category Health Conditions and Diseases Alzheimer s Associations javascript version of website Please click here to skip repetitive button linksAlzheimer's Disease Research macular degeneration Research National Glaucoma
http://www.ahaf.org/
Braille Institute Of America For The Blind And Visually-impaired
A non profit organization that provides programs and services to educate about blindness, visually impaired and blind individuals and macular degeneration.
http://www.brailleinstitute.org/Home.html
Brian's Eye, A Personal Encounter With Macular Degeneration
A personal encounter. Contains photographs, new research, low vision aids, links, personal story and Category Health Conditions and Diseases macular degenerationA patient's perspective of macular degeneration and how to cope with eye disease. Agerelatedmacular degeneration. and Choroidal Neo-Vascularization.
http://www.brianseye.com/

Extractions: Brian's Eye Story A Personal Encounter with Age-related Macular Degeneration and Choroidal Neo-Vascularization The Christmas of 1995 will be one which I shall never forget. With all the normal hustle and bustle of pre-Christmas organizing we sometimes ignore what's going on inside our own bodies. Then comes the stark reality that something is wrong. That is what happened to me and I hope it never happens to you. In these next few pages I shall tell you about an eye disease that I developed and how I came to grips with it. I spent the better part of a month scouring the Internet for information relating to AMD and CNV in hopes of understanding what my future held. I have included numerous links to other AMD and Ophthalmology pages and I'll show you some really gross pictures of my own eyes if you like. If you know what to watch out for, you might be able to receive treatment before its too late. Knowledge is a powerful drug that soothes the soul but only if taken in the right quantity and used with the right attitude.
Microacupuncture
Information on this Hot Springs Village based Center and its work in treating macular degeneration, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy and other vision related ailments. Includes testimonials and related links.
http://www.microacupuncture.com/

Extractions: Arkansas Therapy Center is located just outside of Hot Springs Village, Arkansas. We are on Highway 7 about one hour drive from Little Rock. We are able to treat a large variety of conditions, using Acupuncture, Micro Acupuncture , Massage, and Vacuum Therapy. Click on the subjects to the left for further information about them. Using Micro Acupuncture Dr. Per G. Otte has been very successful in the treatment of Macular Degeneration and other vision related disorders. More than 1000 patients have been treated for various vision ailments. Click for more information about Macular Degeneration treatments. Arkansas Therapy Center Inc. is the first micro-acupuncture clinic dedicated to helping those suffering with the following vision ailments: Macular Degeneration Glaucoma Diabetic Retinopathy Photo representative of complete blindness. Photo representative of severe loss of sight. Photo representative of normal vision. info@microacupuncture.com
EYETEC® - Telediagnosis In Age Related Macular Degeneration
Information for healthcare professionals about diagnosis of agerelated macular degeneration and other eye problems.
http://www.eyetec.org.uk
Macular Degeneration, Retinitis Pigmentosa, Stargardt, Usher Syndrome : FFB Home
Funds research at over 50 institutions in the US and the world in the area of degenerative retinal diseases.Category Health Medicine Ophthalmology ResearchThe Foundation Fighting Blindness is a publiclysupported charity raising moneyto fund research for macular degeneration, retinitis pigmentosa (RP), Usher
http://www.blindness.org/
Dr. Mark Lavine & Associates: Corrective Eyewear For Macular Degeneration And Ot
Corrective eyewear for macular degeneration and other central vision impairments.
http://www.central-vision-loss.com
Macular Degeneration Holistic Eye Care
Alternative medicine eye care site to help protect vision for those with this condition and similar eye diseases. Contains welldocumented nutritional guidelines, self-help and prevention information.
http://www.altmacdegen.com/maculardegeneration.htm

Extractions: by Dr. Marc Grossman, O.D., L.Ac. Myth: Everyone with macular degeneration is going to continue losing vision, and there is no effective treatment to avoid this. Fact: You do not have to lose your vision with macular degeneration. There are steps you can take to stabilize and even possibly improve your vision. This site specializes in a holistic approach to treating macular degeneration and other eye diseases, offering healing protocols, self-help guidelines, studies, resources, prevention, life-style changes, vitamin and food guidelines. Numerous peer review studies continue to confirm that macular degeneration is a disease affected and influenced by diet, nutrition and lifestyle choices. Proven nutrients to be included in one's diet include: Lutein and zeaxanthin - have been shown in studies to be essential in helping prevent vision loss due to macular degeneration. Lutein and zeaxanthin filter light, and serve as potent free radical scavengers. Taurine - has been shown in studies to reduce the oxidative damage caused by sunlight to the eyes, and stimulates the body's ability to clean up waste by-products that acumulate in the retina.
Macular Degeneration, Retinitis Pigmentosa, Stargardt Disease, Usher Syndrome, R
The Foundation Fighting Blindness is aA publiclysupported charity raising moneyto fund research for macular degeneration, retinitis pigmentosa RP), Usher
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Extractions: Stargardt Disease ... Register The Foundation Fighting Blindness is a publicly-supported charity raising money to fund research for macular degeneration, retinitis pigmentosa (RP), Usher syndrome and related diseases. We provide information, resources and referrals. Find more information about the following terms: Age Related Macular Degeneration AMD Amsler Amsler Grid ... Back to Top

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