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. 

Anyone who has low vision knows it can interfere with everything from successfully managing activities of daily living to getting around safely.

​Tasks such as self-care, cooking, eating, navigating in your home, and traveling outside of your home can all be quite challenging with low vision. Low vision is considered significant vision loss or impairment that is not corrected fully with medication, contacts, or glasses.
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AMD, or Age-Related Macular Degeneration, is a common cause of Low Vision, but not the only. This month, for National AMD & Low Vision Awareness Month, we’ll take a closer look at low vision, including causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment, including low vision aids and rehabilitation.