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Patient Resources - Eye Health & Care Blog

Lifestyle Tips to Prevent Age-related Macular Degeneration | AMD & Low Vision Awareness Month

2/1/2019

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Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the number one cause of vision loss for adults over 65, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology. AMD involves damage to the macula in the retina. Researchers have identified certain risk factors for AMD, including age and having a family history of the condition. Although certain risk factors are uncontrollable, there are other risks, such as lifestyle choices that you can control.
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Coping Emotionally with Age-related Macular Degeneration & Low Vision | AMD & Low Vision Awareness Month

2/1/2019

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According to the National Eye Institute, about 2.9 million people in the United States have low vision. By 2030, it is predicted that the number will climb to five million.

One of the common causes of low vision is age-related macular degeneration (AMD). 
Age-related macular degeneration and low vision can have a significant effect on a person’s life, including an emotional impact. Learning ways to cope with the condition can greatly improve overall quality of life.
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Age-Related Macular Degeneration Research & Future Treatments | AMD & Low Vision Awareness Month

2/1/2019

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Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is one of the leading causes of blindness in adults over 50. Currently, there is no cure for age-related macular degeneration. However, research is currently underway that may change that in the future. Doctors are continuing to study the causes of AMD and develop ways to intervene in the changes to the macula that lead to the condition.
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What Is Age-Related Macular Degeneration & What Causes It? | AMD & Low Vision Awareness Month

2/1/2019

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Age-related macular degeneration, or AMD, is a serious eye disease that can lead to vision loss. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), age-related macular degeneration is the number one cause of vision loss in people over 50.
 
There are two types of AMD: Wet and dry. Both wet and dry AMD involve damage to the part of the eye called the macula, which is the central portion of the retina.
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7 Misconceptions About Age-Related Macular Degeneration & Low Vision | AMD & Low Vision Awareness Month

2/1/2019

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Being told that you have age-related macular degeneration (AMD) or low vision can be overwhelming, particularly if you’re unfamiliar with these conditions. Of course, you might also be filled with questions.

​Learning as much as possible about your condition can ease fears and help you take an active role in your treatment. 


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