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DNA markers for AMD

I recently got my DNA analyzed to see what other surprises might be lurking in my future. I only have 3 markers for genetic issues and all 3 are for...

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Izervay injections for dry AMD

I received 2 Izervay injections this year and my vision got very blurry. I am very upset after reading the trial about 10 % had that happen. I stopped the...

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Progress Report - One dry and one wet

Indeed - the story of two eyes. Dry eye - "perfect" says the RS. Glad to hear that for sure. Wet eye - 5 injections have stabilized. So back to...

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Wet AMD Patients: Injection Schedule

How often are you receiving injections? Do you feel that they're happening too often, or not enough? How does your doctor feel about the cadence of injections? Your response may...

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Cold Weather Eyes

Do you find that cold weather affects your eyes or makes you more aware of your AMD symptoms? How do you manage this?...

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Awareness Month 2024 - Introduce Yourself

February is Low Vision/Macular Degeneration Awareness Month! This is the month that we focus on how we can amplify our voices and share with the world what it's really like...

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Dry AMD

I have dry AMD and Geographic Atrophy in my right eye.I have had 2 shots of Izervay in my right eye with problems.I get a shot every 4 weeks....

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Retina Specialist vs. Ophthalmologist

I have been seeing an ophthalmologist for the past few years for my dry AMD. Is there any advantage of seeing a retina specialist? I see a lot of posts...

Switching to Audiobooks

Although I can still read, it’s not enjoyable when I have to strain to read the small type. Recently I have started listening to audiobooks & found Chirp that charges...

Is there something you love about your doctor's technique?

I've realized that even in my office of six or so specialists, they all have their own procedures for injections. I went to one doctor for a year or two...

Izervay, Medicare and Drug Cost

My 3rd Izervay injections are in a few days. I am on Medicare and have an advantage plan. Due to the high cost to me ($890 per visit - 2...

Foveomacular Vitelliform Dystrophy

Is there anyone on this forum that has been diagnosed with adult onset foveomacular vitelliform dystrophy? I recently went to a retina specialist and apparently that's what i have. I...

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