Early stages of age-related macular degeneration associated with smoking, cholesterol levels

Early-stage age-related macular degeneration appears to be related to modifiable risk factors, including smoking and low levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL or "good" cholesterol), according to a report in the June issue of Archives of Ophthalmology. The condition appears uncommon before age 55 but the risk increases with age thereafter.

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