AdaptingI have learned that macular degeneration is not what I wanted and there are concerns about the future. But I often handle...reactions5comments
Seriously, Don't Talk To Me About LemonsAlthough I had to leave my 40-year career as a professional photographic artist, I have managed to return to my first loves;...reactions5comments
Guinea Pig for Eye InjectionsIn January 2006 I got diagnosed as having wet age-related macular degeneration in my right eye. No hope except for cold laser...reactions3comments
Progressive Macular DegenerationIt began several years ago with dry macular degeneraiton in my left eye. Eventually, it became wet. Then in my right eye...reactions3comments
Negative Injection ReactionHi, my name is Sharon. I had my fourth injection for wet macular degeneration in my left eye. This one was the...reactions21comments
Isn't It Ironic?As a former teacher for the visually impaired, I find it ironic that I am gradually losing my eyesight, and this is...reactions5comments
Macular Degeneration Changed My Attitude About VisionI always had what was considered excellent vision. At 50 I noticed some packaging instructions and the numbers in the phone book...reactions2comments
Successful Treatment With Wet AMD1998 - My optometrist sent me to an ophthalmologist. He diagnosed me with dry AMD & gave me a mix of what...reactionscomments
New OutlookI recently had an eye exam and was shown a picture of the extent of the macular degeneration in my eyes. I...reactions1comment
Patient Ambassador - Telling My StoryMy story is pretty simple, but complex too, but one of great success and hope to share with others who are on...reactions10comments
Just Keep Hoping...I have had both wet and dry macular degeneration for a number of years (don't really remember how many!) I've had injections...reactions5comments
After 10 Years With Macular DegenerationI love playing cards with my children, grandchildren and/or great grandchildren. I have the brightest light by my chair and I always...reactions1comment
I Live Every Day With this LossAt an ophthalmologist appointment, the doctor looked behind my eye and saw bleeding. He referred me to a retinal specialist who diagnosed...reactions4comments
The Slow Curtain ClosesMy mom had macular degeneration and I didn't understand...until I turned 60 and have had a serious conversation with my doctor. I...reactions1comment
Don't Stop ActivityMy first thought regarding my eyesight is thankfulness. I can drive in daylight and have family to help me at night. I...reactions1comment
Seeing WavesI have dry macular degeneration in both eyes. I am beginning to see waves in my right eye. My nom had wet...reactions3comments
I Must Be Stronger Than I LookBear with me. I’m going to start at the beginning of my eye troubles. I was only forty-four years old when my...reactions1comment
Entering Into Darkness!I was an active electrician about 7-8 years ago when my Walmart optometrist called and said I had to go to IA...reactions1comment
Thought I Had Escaped!My father had dry macular degeneration by the time he was 68. That progressed to wet macular degeneration by the time he...reactions1comment
Finding Joy When You Think There Is No JoyI have had AMD since 2011. I am an artist, needless to say after my diagnosis, I felt so sad and blue...reactions5comments
