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Diseases List


Eye Diseases

Common eye problems include: Refractive errors Cataracts - clouded lenses Glaucoma - a disorder caused by damage to the optic nerve Retinal disorders - problems with the nerve layer at the back of the eye Macular degeneration - a disease that destroys sharp, central vision Diabetic eye problems Conjunctivitis - an infection also known as pinkeye

Associated Genes

Gene Name Chromosome number
CDK4 12
RB1 13