When My Contacts Aren’t Cooperating......Is it me, or does it seem like contacts are not only a life-changing savior but also kind of a pain in the rear? Don’t get me wrong, my contacts...reactionscomments
My Coping Strategy for Vision Loss...As I often do, I have been wandering around from topic to topic, "Tangents ‘r’ us." Now I guess it is time to get back to my story. My Zumba...reactions2comments
Eccentric Viewing...Hi! I should be working doing psychology stuff. I’m not. Call me irresponsible. I promised you eccentric viewing. I would rather make good on that promise now. “Eccentric” makes me...reactionscomments
Blind Fail!...In today's "storytime," I talk about my most embarrassing VIP moment. Believe it or not, it's actually happened to a lot of us who are visually impaired! Has it...reactions20comments
Genetic Testing Predicts Effectiveness of AREDS Supplements for AMD...Researchers have identified a genetic link that may increase the risk of developing Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD). An easy-to-use genetic test can identify two specific genes, complement factor H (CFH)...reactions4comments
Have you prepared for the possibility of your macular degeneration advancing and then having low vision? If so, what have you considered?...reactions1reply
Macular Degeneration Anxieties: Isolation & Misunderstanding...In this series, we discuss causes of anxiety for those facing physical health conditions. Phrases in quotes are the words of our community members across various conditions on what it’s...reactionscomments
My "See"port System...I often say, “Behind every strong woman is a tribe of strong woman cheering her on.” This is definitely my reality. I 100% believe that 90% of my success is due to the...reactionscomments
How do you handle grooming?...I have a question that may seem silly. I was trimming my toenails (it’s getting harder to see them clearly from afar) and it occurred to me that there must...reactions7replies
What is Dry Eye?...Dry eye sounds exactly like it is: A condition where the eyes don’t produce enough tears to keep the surface of the eyeball moist and protected from the environment. Tears...reactionscomments
Everyday things that are more difficult because of eye disease......I'm packing up my family for a summer trip and just thinking about how much 'eye stuff' I have packed. Here's my checklist: Glasses and case, contacts, backup contacts (because...reactions2replies
Wet and Dry In The Same Eye?...According to my retina specialist, the dry could take all my vision before the wet takes the center vision. Already lost center vision in other eye. Traveling this road for...reactions6replies
Charles Bonnet Syndrome and Seeing Weird Stuff...From my own personal research and experience, I promised I'd share more about my visual hallucinations. So here we go, Charles Bonnet Syndrome or "seeing weird stuff." Charles Bonnet ("Bow"...reactions2comments
Blind Fails...Share any embarrassing moments you may have had because of low vision. For example, getting into the wrong car, using the wrong ingredients, etc....reactions8replies
Tips for Helping Your Child Cope With Stargardt Disease...If your child or teenager has been diagnosed with Stargardt disease, you may be wondering how you can help them cope and adapt. You, your family, and especially your child...reactionscomments
Goodbye, Vitreous Gel, I Won’t Be Missing You...I am a runner. Well, I was a runner. Now, I’m more of a walker who wants to be a runner again.This is not an article about running or exercise. This...reactions6comments
How "Eye" Get it All Done...I am a mommy, supervisor at a nonprofit organization, Founder of Purple House Project PA Inc. (PHPPA), Vice President of Moore 4 More, Moderator and Contributor to MacularDegeneration.net, daughter, cousin...reactionscomments
Depression...I’m not requesting recommendations but am wondering if anyone has information on various anti depressants or anti anxiety meds that won’t interfere with wet AMD. I assume some meds mat...reactions1reply
Rachel Seavey...Rachel was previously and advocate on MacularDegeneration.net. Rachel is a mother to a 13-year-old girl and step-mother to a 21-year-old young man. She has worked as a medical dosimetrist in...
