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It occurs due to aging-related changes to the macula, which is the central portion of the retina—the layer of light-sensitive cells in the back of the eye critical for vision. While aging is not ...

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Located in the center of the retina is the macula. Here, millions of light-sensing cells provide sharp, central vision. Macular degeneration happens when cells in the macula become damaged.