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Rudrani Banik, M.D.
Mar 18, 20221 min read
Macular Degeneration Risk Factors
Although the causes of age-related macular degeneration are complex, many of the risk factors can be controlled. Some of the risk...
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Rudrani Banik, M.D.
Mar 18, 20221 min read
What Are The Symptoms of Macular Degeneration?
During the early stages of AMD, small drusen or waste deposits are noticeable on the surface of the retina.
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Rudrani Banik, M.D.
Mar 17, 20223 min read
How Does Ultraviolet Light and Blue Light Worsen Macular Degeneration?
Ultraviolet and Blue light ultraviolet light is the part of the spectrum of invisible light below 286nm to 400nm. This portion of the...
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Rudrani Banik, M.D.
Jan 16, 20212 min read
What Is The Difference Between Dry and Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration?
“Dry” Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) Dry AMD is experienced by approximately 90% of people who have AMD. Dry AMD is a condition...
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Rudrani Banik, M.D.
Jan 15, 20213 min read
What Is Macular Degeneration?
More than 10 million Americans are affected by macular degeneration, the leading cause of vision loss. This incurable eye disease is...
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Rudrani Banik, M.D.
Jan 13, 20211 min read
What Exactly Is Macular Degeneration? And What Does It Look Like In The Eye?
Macular degeneration is a leading cause of blindness in the world. It has two forms- dry and wet. Dry macular degeneration occurs when...
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Rudrani Banik, M.D.
Jan 12, 20212 min read
Age-Related Macular Degeneration – How Is It Diagnosed?
Age-related macular degeneration can be diagnosed during an eye exam. Your ophthalmologist may have you look at an Amsler grid. This 20x...
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