Symptoms of Macular Degeneration (AMD)


The first symptom of AMD is blurry vision.  Objects may look distorted by appearing to be strange sizes and you may see strange shadows.  Straight lines often look wavy.  You may experience these symptoms suddenly but in most cases they begin to take effect slowly overtime.  Some people experience light sensitivity or begin to see lights and colours when they don’t exist.  AMD is not a painful condition but some people do report a little discomfort.  When macular degeneration is in its advanced stages, a dark coloured spot may be noticed at the centre of vision.  This will affect daily activities such as reading and recognising objects and people.  Although AMD usually affects both eyes, in the initial stages it may start with just one eye and go unnoticed.  

AMD does not usually cause blindness because peripheral vision remains intact.  People may not be able to see directly in front of them but will, be able to see around them, to the sides.  Thus, if you have AMD your remaining vision will help you move around and remain independent.

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Macular Disease Society

PO Box 1870
Andover
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Email: info@maculardisease.org
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