Myopic macular degeneration: What it is, and more - Medical News Today


7/14/2022 12:00:00 AM2 years 9 months ago
by Carolyn Farnsworth

Myopia causes the retina to stretch which can lead to the degeneration of the macula. The resulting condition is MMD. Learn more about the condition here.

People with extreme nearsightedness, or myopia, may experience myopic macular degeneration (MMD). This condition can lead to a gradual decrease in central vision. In people with myopia, the distanc… [+5432 chars]

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