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What are the
odds that I will pass the gene for Macular Degeneration to my children?
Because it
is not the same gene that causes Macular Degeneration in everyone with the
condition, but an assortment, each with its own particular variations, the
hereditary pattern of these diseases differs from family to family, although
the gene mutation should be consistent
within one family. You can get the best information about the likely pattern
of the disease in your own family by consulting with a genetic counselor or
an eye care professional who specializes in hereditary retinal degenerations.
They can help you learn how the disease is inherited in your family and the
chance of passing it on to your children. Genetic
counseling services are available in most major centres.
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