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Macular Degeneration

Definition:

Macular degeneration, also known as age-related macular degeneration (AMD), is a progressive eye disease that causes deterioration of the macula, a small area near the center of the retina. It leads to loss of central vision, potentially affecting a person's ability to read, drive, recognize faces, and perform other daily activities.

Senses:

Sense 1: Medical Condition

Noun: A degenerative eye disease that affects the macula and results in loss of central vision.

Example sentences:

• My grandmother was diagnosed with macular degeneration, and she now relies on magnifying glasses to read.
• The doctor recommended regular eye check-ups to detect macular degeneration at an early stage.

Sense 2: Popular Usage

Noun: A term used in popular language to refer to any significant decline or deterioration in a particular area.

Example sentences:

• The city's downtown area has experienced a macular degeneration with the closure of several local businesses.
• I fear the macular degeneration of our education system if we do not invest in quality teaching.

Sense 3: Local Usage

Noun: A term used in a specific local context to describe a vision problem related to a specific region or community.

Example sentences:

• In this region, macular degeneration is commonly referred to as "river blindness" due to its prevalence near water bodies.
• The local dialect has a unique term to describe macular degeneration, reflecting their traditional belief system.

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