Definition of Macular degeneration

1. Noun. Eye disease caused by degeneration of the cells of the macula lutea and results in blurred vision; can cause blindness.

Generic synonyms: Degeneration, Devolution, Eye Disease
Specialized synonyms: Age-related Macular Degeneration, Amd

Definition of Macular degeneration

1. Noun. A disease of the retina of the eye resulting in loss of central vision. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Medical Definition of Macular degeneration

1. Breakdown or damage to a portion of the retina known as the macula. Symptoms include blurring of vision (in central visual field), colours appear dim and difficulty reading or performing work up close. (27 Sep 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Macular Degeneration

macula of utricle
macula pellucida
macula retinae
macula sacculi
macula tendinea
macula utriculi
maculae
maculae acusticae
maculae luteae
macular
macular amyloidosis
macular area
macular arteries
macular atrophy
macular coloboma
macular degeneration (current term)
macular drusen
macular dystrophy
macular erythema
macular evasion
macular fasciculus
macular leprosy
macular retinopathy
macular syphilid
maculas
maculate
maculated
maculates
maculating
maculation

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