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
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
Diagnosis of Advanced AMDI went in for my yearly eye exam from my health care provider. I was aware of having AMD for at least...reactions2comments
New OutlookI recently had an eye exam and was shown a picture of the extent of the macular degeneration in my eyes. I...reactions1comment
Routine ShotsI had trouble with wavy lines when I went to my eye doctor in 2015. I was told I had macular degeneration...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
Piano MusicI play piano, and now have difficulty reading regular sheet music. It is easier to play from a lead sheet, which has...reactions1comment
Negative Injection ReactionHi, my name is Sharon. I had my fourth injection for wet macular degeneration in my left eye. This one was the...reactions25comments
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
My Grandchildren's FacesMy vision is good now thanks to regular shots from my retina doctor but I find myself not taking my vision for...reactions2comments
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
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
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...reactions4comments
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...reactions2comments
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
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...reactions2comments
