Macular Degeneration

Age-related macular degeneration, or AMD for short, is a painless disease that results in a blind spot and can impair vision.  Watch the animation to learn more about this disorder. Full Answer

Age-related macular degeneration is the most common reason for vision loss. It comes in two forms: wet and dry. "Dry" macular degeneration is the more common form. Although the exact cause is unknown, we know that those who smoke and have high blood... Full Answer

Light therapy in combination with other treatments may benefit people who experience complications from eye diseases like macular degeneration (loss of vision due to retina damage). Light therapy may help reduce risk of vision loss, but the... Full Answer

The treatment options that are available for someone with macular degeneration will depend on the type and severity of his or her disease. Unfortunately, there are not treatments to repair vision damage caused by dry macular degeneration. Some people... Full Answer

As people grow older, a decrease in sight may be due to deterioration of the central part of the retina called the macular. It is estimated that as many as three million people in the U.S. will have macular degeneration by the year 2020. Vision care... Full Answer

There are two primary types of age-related macular degeneration AMD:   Dry AMD - This type of AMD is the most common. While its cause is unknown, it occurs as the light sensitive cells in the macula slowly deteriorate, generally occurring in one eye... Full Answer

The Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS) found that the following combination of vitamins and minerals may help protect against advanced age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Copper is added to the mix because high levels of zinc may cause copper... Full Answer

There's very good news about how smart everyday habits can help prevent age-related macular degeneration (AMD) -- a disease of the central retina (the macula). There is a genetic link, but it doesn't seal your fate. The following suggestions can... Full Answer

Old age is the main risk factor for age-related macular degeneration or AMD, which can impair vision.  Watch the animation to learn more about this disorder. Full Answer

Photodynamic therapy uses a laser in combination with a light-activated drug, verteporfin (Visudyne), to treat various medical conditions, including wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD). It is a two-step, 15-minute process that can be done in a... Full Answer