FeaturedDNA markers for AMDI 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...Reactions0reactionsComments17 repliesProgression
FeaturedActive yesterdayIzervay injections for dry AMDI 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...Reactions0reactionsComments57 repliesDry AMD
Active todayAwareness Month 2024 - Introduce YourselfFebruary 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...Reactions0reactionsComments51 repliesAwareness
Active yesterdayLight sensitivity I have wet and dry in both eyes. I’ve been getting shots in my right eye for 10 years and in my left eye for 6 years. My right eye...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSymptoms
Active 2 days agoPreventing Macular Degeneration: Key Habits to Protect Your VisionMacular degeneration, especially age-related (AMD), is a major cause of vision loss in older adults. While there's no cure, lifestyle changes may reduce risk and slow progression. Key steps include:...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesTips & Advice
Active 2 days agoIs 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...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Active 7 days agoStopping injections for wet macular degenerationHas anyone with wet macular degeneration been asked by their doctor to consider stopping injections if they aren't working any more? A Community Member is facing this decision after more...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesTreatmentWet AMD
Active 7 days agoWet AMD Patients: Injection ScheduleHow 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...Reactions0reactionsComments46 repliesWet AMDTreatment
Red light therapy glasses New treatment coming our way . improves some vision and stops progressing.anybody hear of this....Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCoping
Recently diagnosed with Macular DegenerationHas anyone had tried the generic of Areds 2?...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies