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Age-related Macular Degeneration

Alan Kozarsky, MD

Age-related Macular Degeneration - Mild

You may be diagnosed with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) before you have any symptoms. AMD affects the part of the eye that controls central vision. It causes a dim, blurry spot in the middle of your vision. Most people have "dry" AMD, which usually develops gradually.

Get regular eye exams to see if your AMD is getting worse.
If you smoke, stop.
Your eye doctor may recommend you take fish oil and a specific supplement with high doses of some vitamins and minerals.
A diet rich in green, leafy vegetables and fish may reduce the risk of AMD getting worse.

Age-related Macular Degeneration - Moderate

If you're over 60 and constantly see a dim, blurry spot in the middle of your vision, it could be a sign of age-related macular degeneration (AMD). AMD affects the part of the eye in charge of central vision. Most people have "dry" AMD, which usually develops gradually. With moderate AMD, you may have a small blurry spot or no symptoms at all.

Get regular eye exams to see if your AMD is getting worse.
If you smoke, stop.
Your eye doctor may recommend you take fish oil and a specific supplement with high doses of some vitamins and minerals.
A diet rich in green, leafy vegetables and fish may reduce the risk of AMD getting worse.

Age-related Macular Degeneration - Severe

Very blurry vision after age 60 can be a sign of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), which affects the part of the eye that provides central vision. With severe AMD, a blurry spot in the middle of your vision gets bigger and darker over time. "Dry" AMD usually develops gradually, while "wet" AMD can get worse fast. With more serious "wet" AMD, you may have a blind spot and straight lines may look wavy.

See your doctor immediately if you notice vision change.
Your eye doctor may recommend you take fish oil, a specific supplement with high doses of some vitamins and minerals, and injections to reduce the risk of AMD getting worse.
If you smoke, stop.

 

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