are there any known devices, that could help with the dry version of Macular degeneration?...my wife is suffering from the dry version of AMD. Anyone out there using any device to improve vision ?...reactions1replyResearch & Clinical TrialsAwarenessDry AMD
Newly diagnosed with Dry AMD...During my annual eye exam my Opthamalogist told me I have dry AMD. I was so shocked. He referred me to see RS which I did last week. The RS...reactions1replyDry AMDDepression
New injection complication...I was diagnosed with dry amd five years ago! I was given new injections in both eyes in May. I spend part time in Florida and Summers in Minnesota. By...reactions3repliesEye Injection
Ask an Expert: The Latest Research and Treatment for Macular Degeneration...Essence Johnson, OD, FAAO, is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and a diplomate of the American Board of Optometry. Inside and outside of the office, Dr. Johnson...reactionscomments
Dry AMD progression and hormone therapy...Hello, I'm looking for anyone that has had success slowing the progression of dry AMD, not having it progress past intermediate stage for many years, through any particular treatment or...reactions13repliesDry AMD
Dry macular degeneration ...I was diagnosed with dry macular and the doctor wants to give me a shot in the right eye he informed me that they have no idea if it works...reactions1replyDry AMD
Low Vision in the Kitchen...Confession time. I buy and eat processed foods. You know, the easy-to-microwave stuff that puts dinner on the table in 5 minutes. I buy them because I know there will...reactions2comments
Use of warm eye compress for dry eyes for a person with macular degeneration...Does anyone find this helps?...reactions4repliesTips & AdviceCoping
Geographic Atrophy: A New Phase Begins...Since I began working as an advocate and writer for the Macular Degeneration community, I have blithely written about the progressive nature of age-related macular degeneration (AMD). I say "blithely"...reactions18comments
Wet to dry AMD ?...In early March 23, I was diagnosed with wet AMD in both eyes and was advised by my ophthalmologist to start VEGF injections into both eyes. In the last few...reactions3replies
My Early Diagnosis Story...My story began about 8 years ago when I got the results from my genetics test. I joined 23&Me to find out about my ancestry which involved sending in a...reactions7comments
Ask an Expert: Dr. Essence Johnson Talks MD Diagnosis...Essence Johnson, OD, FAAO, is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and a diplomate of the American Board of Optometry. Inside and outside of the office, Dr. Johnson...reactionscomments
Changing medications ...When first diagnosed with wet AMD in one eye, I received injections of Lucentis. After a period of time, the medication was changed to Eylea. Several months later, I was...reactions2repliesEye Injection
are injections for dry macular degeneration worth the risk...Syfovre and other complement inhibitors are known to increase the risk of developing leakage or bleeding in the retina, known as wet AMD....reactions14repliesDry AMD
Wet macular degeneration one eye only...I have dry macular degeneration in both eyes. Now one eye has the wet kind. What are the chances that my other eye won’t develop the wet kind also?...reactions8replies
What can I expect from injections?...One of my eyes developed wet AMD about 4 months ago. I have received 3 injections so far and haven't noticed any improvement. When I ask if my vision will...reactions11replies
Keeping Safe With Vision Loss...When I had my last dogs, we were walking and the coyotes were howling on the hillside. When the coyotes started excitedly barking and yipping, my dogs both did a...reactions5comments
I need advice...I was recently diagnosed with MD in my left eye. This was discovered during a recent exam. Prior to this (my last exam was in the UK last September) there...reactions3repliesNewly DiagnosedEye Injection
Spending time alone while living with low vision...Are you nervous to navigate the outside world by yourself? Or do you mostly feel prepared to leave the house despite your vision loss? What tips would you provide someone...reactions1replyTips & Advice
Do YOU See the Black Center Hole Shown on Mac-D Photos...I’ve always been curious what others see with Mac-D. I have had dry AMD for over 11 years, at the intermediate stage, and have never seen the view that’s commonly...reactions2repliesSymptoms
