What is age-related macular degeneration?
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a disease that blurs the
sharp, central vision you need for "straight-ahead" activities such as
reading, sewing, and driving. AMD affects the macula, the part of the
eye that allows you to see fine detail. (See diagram below.) AMD causes
no pain.
In some cases, AMD advances so slowly that people notice little change
in their vision. In others, the disease progresses faster and may lead to
a loss of vision in both eyes. AMD is a leading cause of vision loss in
Americans 60 years of age and older.
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a disease that blurs the
sharp, central vision you need for "straight-ahead" activities such as
reading, sewing, and driving. AMD affects the macula, the part of the
eye that allows you to see fine detail. (See diagram below.) AMD causes
no pain.
In some cases, AMD advances so slowly that people notice little change
in their vision. In others, the disease progresses faster and may lead to
a loss of vision in both eyes. AMD is a leading cause of vision loss in
Americans 60 years of age and older.
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