Medications Causing MD...I was on Plaquenil for quite a few years and had my eyes tested annually. My rheumatologist and ophthalmologist were supposed to...reactions5comments
Kitchen Lights...One of the most important aspects of macular degeneration is the need for good lighting. Here's a quick lighting tip to help...reactionscomments
Taxes...We have now entered the new year. Can tax season be far behind? I would never have given it much thought, but...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
Same As......In a strange way, reading about your experiences has helped me make a decision on an issue of the same nature. It’s...reactions1comment
Surprise Diagnosis...When I noticed I could not see my husband's face across the table one night, both of us said, "Macular degeneration!" My...reactions1comment
Good News!...I went for my 4th shot yesterday. I looked at my "pictures" and the bleed is gone! I am on a 6-week...reactions2comments
A Nervous Beginner!...I just found this site today and am in the early stages of dry MD. The only medical information my ophthalmologist gave...reactions2comments
Putting Up With Negative Visuals for Reading...I've had wet AMD for 16 years, but my vision has remained stable with eye injections and an equivalent that matches my...reactions1comment
Laser Procedure?...I read Sharon Moore's story about multiple complications and was surprised to learn the use of lasers. I asked my doc about...reactions1comment
Three Different Diagnoses...Around age 69 I had cataract surgery on my left eye. 1 week after surgery I had an eye stroke in that...reactions5comments
Adjusting Over Time...What effect does my wet AMD have on my life after 7 years? I have Eyelea injections in both eyes - one...reactions1comment
Speaking Mindfully about Macular Degeneration...There are a lot of mistruths floating around about macular degeneration on social media, Facebook, various websites, and advertisements. We’ve all seen...reactions1comment
Cataract Disappointment...Well after 10 years of getting injections every four weeks in both eyes, my specialist decided it was time to remove my...reactions6comments
Richard Hallberg...Richard was previously a health leader on MacularDegeneration.net. I am Richard Hallberg. I am 70 years old and have been retired for...
Capturing the Color With Macular Degeneration...It is funny how quickly the year goes by. Just yesterday there were many complaints of it being too hot and too...reactionscomments
Color Provides the Power to Inspire...Each new day with this myopic macular degeneration diagnosis is deeply affected by the things around me. When I awake each morning...reactionscomments
Eye-Healthy Charcuterie...“I am not eating that guacamole, it looks like barf,” says my youngest so... “It makes my throat itch when I swallow...reactionscomments
Changes Can Be Good or Bad...I think it was 2015 when I started my shots. The first couple of years I'd walk out with no pain or...reactions1comment
Living Alone With Macular Degeneration...Mike Campbell has advanced macular degeneration and has successfully lived alone for several years in his own home. He is an inspiration...reactions2comments
