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Abstract

It is estimated that 49% to 74% of cases of contact lens-associated ulcerative keratitis could be prevented by eliminating overnight wear. Heavy alcohol consumption appears to be associated with all types of cataracts. Cigarette smokers have a nearly threefold greater risk of developing age-related macular degeneration than nonsmokers.

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T P O'Brien, M F Goldberg. 1994-06-01. Ophthalmology.. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8182857/

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