In the 'Family History' section of our in-depth questionnaire we ask the following question about macular degeneration in family members:
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Macular Degeneration in close family members?
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"None / don't know" |
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"Probably, in one family member" |
Macular degeneration in family |
A risk factor |
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"Probably, in more than one family member" |
Macular degeneration in family |
A risk factor |
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"Yes, in one family member" |
Macular degeneration in family |
A risk factor |
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"Yes, in more than one family member" |
Macular degeneration in family |
A risk factor |
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Your answer will affect the likelihoods of the conditions below.
Any answers in green reduce the likelihood of the condition.
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Macular Degeneration |
Children and young people can suffer from an inherited form of macular degeneration called macular dystrophy. Sometimes several members of a family will suffer from this, and if this is the case in your family it is very important that you have your eyes checked regularly. |
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Need For Routine Preventative Health Measures |
Those with diabetes, high blood pressure or a family history of vision problems should have a yearly eye examination. |
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GLOSSARY
Diabetes Mellitus (Diabetes, Diabetic, Diabetics)
A disease with increased blood glucose levels due to lack or ineffectiveness of insulin. Diabetes is found in two forms; insulin-dependent diabetes (juvenile-onset) and non-insulin-dependent (adult-onset). Symptoms include increased thirst; increased urination; weight loss in spite of increased appetite; fatigue; nausea; vomiting; frequent infections including bladder, vaginal, and skin; blurred vision; impotence in men; bad breath; cessation of menses; diminished skin fullness. Other symptoms include bleeding gums; ear noise/buzzing; diarrhea; depression; confusion.
Macular Degeneration
Increasingly poor eyesight often accompanied by light sensitivity, distorted vision and a blank or dark patch in the center of vision.
Last updated: May 10, 2007
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