Macular Hole Versus Macular Degeneration
A macular hole and
macular degeneration are not the same things. Macular holes and age-related macular degeneration are two separate and distinct conditions, although the symptoms for each are similar. Both conditions are common in people age 60 and over. An eye care professional will know the difference.
The cause of a macular hole can be the result of:
- The vitreous pulling on the retina
- Certain eye conditions.
Risk Factors for Macular Holes
Macular holes can be associated with various eye conditions. While not a specific cause of macular holes, these eye conditions increase a person's chance of developing a macular hole. These are known as macular hole risk factors. They include some of the following conditions:
There are three stages to a macular hole based on its size, location, and severity:
- Foveal detachment (stage I)
- Partial-thickness hole (stage II)
- Full-thickness hole (stage III).
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