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Causes of Age-related Macular Degeneration
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The main cause of age-related macular degeneration, both in the early forms and the wet and dry advanced forms, is ageing. Smoking, vitamin deficiency and, in some cases, a certain genetic predisposition are also known to be determining factors.
Aged 60-65 or over.
A family history of AMD.
Smoker or ex-smoker.
Diets high in fats and/or low in nutrients and antioxidants.
Prolonged exposure to the sun.
Sedentary lifestyle.
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Substantiated information by:
Javier Zarranz Ventura
Ophthalmologist
Ophthalmology Department
Mª Socorro Alforja Castiella
Ophthalmologist
Ophthalmology Department
Ricardo P Casaroli Marano
Ophthalmologist
Ophthalmology Department
Published: 20 February 2018
Updated: 21 September 2022
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