The F.E.A.R. of Losing Your SightThis F.E.A.R. acronym certainly applies to macular degeneration (MD), among many other things. F - False E - Evidence A - Appearing...reactions4comments
Expect, Plan, and Prepare: Plan for the WorstLet’s define the worst: With age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and no other eye disorder, you could lose all or most of your...reactions16comments
The Three A's of Macular DegenerationA person wearing sunglasses and using a white cane. If we are honest with ourselves, that is the first image of someone...reactions1comment
Depression and Anxiety With Macular DegenerationMy initial diagnosis of early-stage dry macular degeneration did not cause great concern. I was not even very surprised since my mom...reactions2comments
The Way I See It: Limited Vision and My WorldEven after being retired for the past 10 years, I still look forward to summer. A time for fun in the sun...reactionscomments
Changing Hobbies: From Artist to AuthorThere was a time I wanted only to draw — it didn’t matter where or when. I eventually pursued an art degree...reactions1comment
Looking Over My ShoulderI am certain I am not alone in this; I cannot possibly be the only one out there thinking like this. Living...reactions2comments
A Day in My Life With AMDIs there a typical day in my life living with AMD? Uh, only occasionally. And only if we’re lucky. For the past...reactionscomments
A Lesson About Life With MD From 'The Birds of Killingworth'I love to read. I read a lot. No matter what the subject is — a good murder mystery, a sappy, silly...reactionscomments
Not an Exact Science: The Stages of Macular DegenerationOne thing that I’ve learned over the years is that dealing with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is not an exact science. It’s...reactions5comments
Protecting The Vision We Still HaveWe are all aware of how precious our vision is and even more so when we start to lose it. Some might...reactions6comments
Reading with AMD: Review of Victor Reader Stratus 4MIn previous articles, I’ve mentioned my friend who is not just legally blind, but almost completely blind. She has provided many tips...reactions6comments
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
Community Interviews: Living With Age-Related Macular DegenerationAs the MacularDegeneration.net community grows, we want to learn and share more about your experiences. We conducted a series of interviews with...reactionscomments
Community Views: Support for People Living With Dry Macular DegenerationIf you have been diagnosed with dry macular degeneration, you may be experiencing a range of emotions that include anxiety, confusion, sadness...reactions9comments
Putting Macular Degeneration Into PerspectiveIt’s easy to become obsessed with macular degeneration — researching, doctor appointments, surfing the internet, and preparing for the worst case scenario...reactionscomments
Why Me? More to the Point, Why Not Me?We know that genetics plays a big role in developing macular degeneration. I don’t think my grandparents had AMD, although one grandfather...reactions7comments
Where Is My Dry Macular Degeneration Clinical Trial At Now?I have been called back to the clinical trial. I went for an abbreviated examination and my shot yesterday. I was a...reactions1comment
The Case of the Shrinking VitreousI’ve been working with people who have macular degeneration since my long-time friend Sue became legally blind in February 2016 from advanced...reactionscomments
Research on Stem Cell Transplants for Dry AMDWhen you have a chronic condition with no treatment, it is natural to feel frustrated. Many people with dry age-related macular degeneration...reactions1comment
