Helpful Tips and Tricks for Daily Life With Geographic AtrophyGeographic atrophy (GA) is an advanced form of dry macular degeneration. Living with GA can be challenging, and I’ve had to adapt...reactionscomments
Hear + Now: Driving With Macular DegenerationLiving with macular degeneration often means having to consider lifestyle changes that may feel like a loss of independence. For example, the...reactionscomments
The Benefits of Contrast With Macular DegenerationFor hours I’d been searching for my sunglasses. I was determined not to give up, as they were my most expensive pair...reactions6comments
Hacks and Hints for Living With AMD"Hey, I need you to read the directions on this package," I said as I walked over to my husband. He was...reactions13comments
It's Giveaway Time!Here at MacularDegeneration.net, we want to thank our wonderful community members for another year of sharing knowledge and supporting each other in...reactions10comments
Test Your Retinal Anti-VEGF Management KnowledgeAnti-vascular endothelial growth factor (anti-VEGF) therapy reaches across retinal practice, from the neonatal nursery to advanced age-related macular degeneration (AMD), but the...reactionscomments
When You Stress... You See LessYou know those times where it feels like the universe is against you? I picture the morning rush, where you are so...reactions1comment
Macular Degeneration and AI: How Are You Using It for Your Health?Something has shifted in the last couple of years. A late-night symptom search now sometimes starts with an AI summary before it...reactionscomments
Bumping Through the Day With Bump DotsOn the bumpy road of life, all bumps are not equal. Bump dots are definitely on the good side of the equation!...reactions15comments
My 2-Year Treatment Results With IzervayI was diagnosed with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) 11 years ago. I developed geographic atrophy (GA) 9 years after my diagnosis. I...reactions17comments
My New SunglassesHi, everyone. I just thought I'd mention: I finally bought myself a pair of Cocoon Fitover sunglasses with the amber tint. I...reactions18comments
Has My Dry AMD Changed to Wet? Part 1It’s been 10 years since my diagnosis with dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) in both eyes. My father had the wet form...reactions13comments
What is Fuchs' Dystrophy?Fuchs' dystrophy is an eye disease that affects the cornea, the front surface of the eye. It occurs when a layer of...reactions3comments
Hear + Now: Building Mental Muscle for Macular DegenerationA diagnosis of macular degeneration can feel overwhelming. Many people experience emotions like anger, frustration, fear, and sadness as their vision changes...reactions19comments
How Do I Know Which Supplements I Should Take to Preserve My Vision?Anyone who is part of the macular degeneration world has probably heard a lot of different information about ‘taking vitamins’ or vitamin...reactions5comments
The Sunshine Vitamin and Macular DegenerationAre you getting enough vitamin D? Do you live in an area with lots of sunshine? Closer to the equator is even...reactionscomments
What I Wish My Family and Friends Understood About AMDMy life is good. You all know that because you are my family and friends. You also know there is something wrong...reactions18comments
Dancing On: Ballet and Geographic AtrophyLaughter is always the first response. "I’m taking ballet lessons." People laugh. "Seriously," I reply, "I’m taking ballet lessons every Saturday morning."...reactions11comments
A Decade on This Macular Degeneration Journey: What’s Changed?Living with macular degeneration, I’m usually looking forward, trying to prepare for what might come in the future. Just recently I’ve realised...reactions15comments
Hear + Now: Biosimilars for the Treatment of Wet AMDWet age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is one of the 2 kinds of age-related macular degeneration (AMD). It occurs when blood vessels leak...reactions8comments
