AMD Education

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a common eye disease that causes deterioration of the macula, the central area of the retina, the paper-thin tissue at the back of the eye where light-sensitive cells send visual signals to the brain.

• Basic Eye Anatomy

  To better understand how macular degeneration develops, it is important to understand the basic anatomy of the eye.

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• Types of Eye Care Specialists

  There are three types of vision specialists: opticians, optometrists, and ophthalmologists.

• AMD Introduction

  Age-related Macular Degeneration is a common eye disease which causes deterioration of various parts of the eye.

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• Screening and Diagnosis

  There are many different types of eye examinations that can help determine the condition of your eyes.

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• Risk Factors

  It is impossible to know exactly who will get AMD, but there are indicators that explain who is more likely to develop AMD.

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• Treatment for AMD

  There are a variety of treaments available depending on the type of AMD you have.

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• Signs & Symptoms

  AMD is a slow and progressive condition that begins in most patients long before symptoms occur.

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• Ask the Doctor

  Have another question? Ask the Doctor.

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