I am terrified.Grandmother had mac-degen and a few other problems that left her without sight. I was diagnosed with rapid onset non-age-related macular degeneration about two months ago. I am a 58-year-old...Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 repliesProgressionWet AMDNewly Diagnosed
Surprised To See This I was surprised to see this ad on the back cover of the Feb/March 2022 AARP magazine which I received in the mail today. It says that “It’s only a...Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 repliesProgressionVitamins & SupplementsDry AMD
new glasses (again) or what?Been getting shots for Macular Degeneration for years (now only the left eye). 2 doctors confirm that it appears to be stabilized, BUT the left eye is seeing wavy everything...Reactions 0 reactions Comments6 repliesProgressionWet AMDSymptoms
Adaptive devicesI am curious, what kind of adaptive devices help you with dim vision? I am getting new lenses which will help so much. But, what wattage of lightbulbs will benefit...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesCopingDry AMDProgression
Sunglasses and Depth PerceptionSince I was diagnosed over a year ago, my eyes have gone down hill fast. I know we are supposed to wear sunglasses all the time. However, I have a...Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 repliesAwarenessCopingProgression
Stable wet AMDI have been getting Avastin injections since January and the retina specialist says the wet AMD is stable - there is little or no fluid. However, my vision is worsening...Reactions 0 reactions Comments9 repliesProgression
Amsler Grid Location Where do you like to keep your Amsler grid? Somewhere you like to see it often, or somewhere more discreet? Share a photo below...Reactions 0 reactions Comments8 repliesProgressionTips & Advice
Preventative Measures and PracticesPlease share things that you do in your day-to-day life that you feel help your macular degeneration from progressing...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 repliesTips & AdviceProgression
What lifestyle changes do you want to make for your eye health?Do you want to make changes to your diet or exercise routine by eating more dark leafy greens or going on walks? Will you be taking small steps or setting...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 repliesProgressionCoping