Video Illustration of Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD)

Video illustration of changes in the eye associated with AMD combined with a vision simulation. Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of visual impairment and blindness in older Americans. It affects the retina, the light sensitive layer of the eye. As yellowish deposits form under the retina, they can result in distortion and gradual blurring of vision. This is called "dry AMD." The second type, called "wet AMD" can lead to bleeding and more rapid vision loss. The most common form is the dry type, but as more and larger deposits develop under the retina, the risk of developing the wet type increases.

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[OptelecUS]

@PirateofLoserville People of all ages may have this diagnosis or another form of retinal eye disease. To best determine your options/diagnosis, we recommend you make an appt. with your eye care professional for an eye examination. There are various forms of diseases, conditions, symptoms, treatments and optical aids, but you first need to speak with your eye care professional. We wish you well, feel free to post any additional Q you may have and we will try to best to support you.

[PirateOfLoserville]

I can understand that you're not able to go into detail and give answer to more technical issues et.c. I am 32, and having difficulties to see faces in certain lights, clear bright days, and some problems with reading. Is it common that the disease occurs as early as 32.

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