Age-related Macular Degeneration

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is an eye disorder that can get worse over time. This is the most common cause of severe and permanent vision loss in people over 60 years. This happens when the small middle part of your retina, called the macula, wears out. The retina is a light-sensitive nerve network in the back of the eye. When the disease arises with age, it is often referred to as age-related macular degeneration. It usually does not cause blindness, but can cause serious vision problems. Another form of macular degeneration, known as Stargardt's disease or adolescent macular degeneration, affects children and young adults. There are two main types of age-related macular degeneration: dry and wet. There is no cure, but treating age-related macular degeneration (AMD) can slow the disease and protect you from severe vision loss. The exact cause of AMD is unknown, but it is associated with a number of risk factors. These include obesity and high blood pressure, smoking and a family history of the disease. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is an eye disorder that can obscure the sharp central vision you need for activities such as reading.