What is Fuch's Dystrophy?Fuch’s dystrophy is an eye disease that affects the cornea, the front surface of the eye. It occurs when a layer of cells in the cornea begin to die off... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Can I Keep My Children Safe From Macular Degeneration?Studies show that macular degeneration is, in fact, hereditary in some instances. Though genetics is not the only precursor to the macular degeneration, it is one that needs to be... By Andrea Junge5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What is the Mediterranean Diet?Fad diets come and go, making claims about weight loss. This one projects sustained long-term health benefits rather than emphasizing weight loss. The Mediterranean Diet is based on a heart-healthy... By Editorial Team4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
10 Ways to Balance Body and MindMental and physical health are intrinsically linked. Managing the stresses of a physical condition can be mentally and emotionally exhausting. Here we share 10 strategies for coping when you’re feeling... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
We Begin AgainI’m not superstitious, I’m sure it was just a coincidence. I had pressed the “send” button for my personal story on MacularDegeneration.net just a few minutes before the telephone rang... By Cora Lyn Sears2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
What Are Drusen?Drusen is a German word that translated means node or geode. They are yellow or white deposits of cellular waste and proteins that are not disposed of or recycled by... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Why ME?“Why Me?” is a frequent question I’m asked. It’s a question I’ve asked myself in regard to the challenges I’ve had. I never get good answers which is what many... By Linda C Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How to Magnify the Screen on Your Smartphone or TabletDid you know that your smartphone and tablet had some amazing accessibility features already built in? In this video we’re going to take a look at the magnification gesture for... By Samuel Seavey1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Watch Me Work!I began working when I was 15 years old, at a fast food Italian restaurant called Fazoli’s. At Fazoli’s I was a cashier and a service leader. As you can... By Christine Joy3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Our Accessibility Feature ToolbarYou may have noticed that we have an accessibility feature toolbar added onto our site. This feature allows community members to change the size, color, or contrast of the text... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Atomic Level Self-DestructionHello, there! How are ya? Last time I talked about the servants, retinal pigment epithelial cells, weakening and dying. This leads to the death of photoreceptors and our loss of... By Sue LaBar Yohey3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Is Glaucoma?Glaucoma is an eye disease that damages your optic nerve. Glaucoma most often occurs when fluid builds up in the front part of your eye. That extra fluid increases the... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Advancing Age, Advancing AMDWhen I was 58, I went to my optometrist thinking I needed a new prescription for glasses. He informed me I had a cataract and it would be a fairly... By Cora Lyn Sears2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
You Don’t Have to Always Feel Held BackSometimes, it really can seem easy to feel held back by vision loss, but maybe it doesn’t have to. Today, I challenge you to find ‘the good’ in your diagnosis... By Andrea Junge1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
What is Retinal Vein Occlusion (RVO) and Macular Edema Following RVO (MEfRVO)?Arteries and veins transport blood through the body, including to the eyes. Each retina has one central artery and one central vein. Retinal Vein Occlusion (RVO) happens when blood and... By Editorial Team4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What are Cataracts?Cataracts are a common age-related eye condition that will affect more than half of people in the United States in their lifetime.1 This article will discuss what cataracts are, what... By Editorial Team5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Just DiagnosedI’m an administrator of a Facebook group I created in May 2016 for those with macular degeneration. Most of the members have age-related macular degeneration (AMD), but there are some... By Linda C Moore3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
What is Macular Edema?When blood vessels in the macula become damaged and leak, it causes swelling. This is called macular edema. The retina is a light-sensing tissue located at the back of the... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Hi, I’m AndreaSometimes I think the powers that be put all of their power and energy into the beauty of my eyes and not their ability to function properly. My giant baby... By Andrea Junge3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
What is a Macular Hole?A macular hole is a small break in the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. The center of the retina is called the macula. It is... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments