Is macular degeneration hereditary?

Having a parent or sibling with AMD increases the risk that you will develop it. For this reason, it’s important to share your family’s health history with your [eye_doctor] and to schedule regular comprehensive [eye_exams].

Does dry macular degeneration progress to wet?

About 10% of people with dry AMD eventually develop wet AMD. This is yet another reason to have ongoing [eye_exams] if you have dry AMD.

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