Who might get age-related macular degeneration?
Who might get age-related macular degeneration?
As the name implies, age-related macular degeneration is more likely to occur as you get older. Other risk factors include:
- Family history of AMD.
- Being overweight.
- Smoking.
- High blood pressure (hypertension).
- A diet high in saturated fats.
- Being of European descent.