Living with vision loss requires making lifestyle adaptations.
Emotional
A diagnosis of possible vision loss can be devastating at first.
You might imagine a life of social isolation and a loss of independence.
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You may be frightened that you will lose the ability to engage in activities and hobbies you enjoy.
You may feel scared and confused about your future.
However, researchers are making rapid progress in many areas of vision support and disease prevention.
Get our printable guide for your next doctor’s appointment to help you ask the right questions.
Physical
Macular degeneration usually causes a slow, painless loss of vision.
In some cases, however, vision loss can be sudden.
Early signs of vision lossfrom AMD include shadowy areas in central vision or unusually fuzzy or distorted vision.
Your eye doctor may have you look at anAmsler gridto see if there is any distortion or lines missing.
Get our printable guide for your next doctor’s appointment to help you ask the right questions.
Youreye doctorwill ask you about any physical limitations you are experiencing, then prescribe optical devices to help you.
A therapist might also help you to modify your environment to make it easier to navigate.
Talk to somebody about these and vent if you have to.
Eventually, you will figure out how to continue doing everyday tasks and hobbies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Treatmentfor AMD depends on the punch in that you have.
Vitamin supplementation may be used to help slow the process of dry AMD.
You may or may not have significant vision loss with AMD.
Cleveland Clinic.Age-related macular degeneration.
“Macular Degeneration and Low Vision: Making the Most of Low Vision.”
American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO).
