Eye Conditions Associated with Blindness L-M

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Macular Hole: What is it?

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)The macula is the central part of the retina, a thin membrane that lines the back wall of the eye. The macula is responsible for your distance, color, and reading vision. The very central part of the macula is called the fovea, which is the location responsible for detailed vision. This is […]

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Marfan Syndrome

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)What Is Marfan Syndrome? Marfan syndrome is a genetic, usually inherited disorder of the body’s connective tissue. It is present at birth, yet the features are not necessarily immediately present. Marfan syndrome can affect the heart and blood vessels, skeletal system, eyes, and other parts of the body. […]

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Microphthalmia

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)What Is Microphthalmia? Microphthalmia is a condition in which one or both eyes are unusually small. An individual with microphthalmia may have accompanying birth defects, as microphthalmia is a genetic mutation. Genetics Home Reference states that one-third to one-half of people with microphthalmia have it as a component of a […]

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