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How many "perforations" can an eyeball endure?

How many "perforations" can an eyeball endure before it "gets angry" and does something "stupid" (like collapses - or worse)?...

Should I see a specialist?

I was recently diagnosed with early-stage dry AMD (lots and lots of drusen but no visual changes). I'm 52. My drusen were only found because I told my optometrist that...

Cataract Surgery and Myopic MD

I have read a several articles on having cataract surgery with Myopic Macular Degeneration. A few stated your wet Macular Degeneration could get worse. Others state it has no effect...

Anyone have any experience taking saffron supplement?

Hi, just diagnosed and researching like crazy. Just found a couple articles about the possible benefit of saffron. First saw crazy infomercial stuff then a couple legitimate studies. I'm still...

Cannabis Effects on AMD?

I was a long term recreational cannabis user prior to wet AMD diagnosis in 2019. Non-smoker otherwise. Have continued post diagnosis to date mild cannabis use on weekends. Wondering if...

About Driving a Car with Macular Degeneration

At the intermediate stage of dry AMD, I feel anxious each time for my 6 month checkup with my RS, wondering if he will tell me I can no longer...

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Coping in Social Settings

Hi there! I am a case worker and I am currently supporting a client who has macular degeneration. She asked if I could help her identify some ways to cope...

16 years of anti-VEGF for wet AMD and still seeing well

For 16 years I've been taking injections in my right eye for wet[-AMD. In fact, on June 30, 2006, I had had 3 injections and improved vision to the point...

New drug, Vabysmo, for wet AMD

Does anyone have any experience with the new drug, Vabysmo (faricimab-svoa), for wet AMD?...

Wet Macular - LED dot matrix displays

Has anyone else have serious problems seeing the LED displays on microwaves, buses, information screens that are various colours? I just cant see them any more....

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