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macula, macule Anatomy 1. a small spot or area of distinct colour, esp the macula lutea 2. any small discoloured spot or blemish on the skin, such as a freckle macula [′mak·yə·lə] (anatomy) Any anatomical structure having the form of a spot or stain. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Furthermore, the antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin are prevalent in the macula and are what give the center of the eye (behind the pupil) its dark pigment. In the less common, wet form of the disease, rogue blood vessels escape normal growth control and leak fluid into the macula, the area at the center of the retina that enables a person to see fine detail. Rather, the accumulation of subretinal fluid in the macula results in metamorphopsia and blurring of vision. |
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