Macular Degeneration

The macular is a small-specialised central area responsible for fine detail and colour vision. Macular Degeneration is usually a slowly progressing disease where the central area becomes thin and damaged, functioning less well.

A more severe form of Macular Degeneration exists but this is less common. In this condition blood vessels growing under the macula leak fluid or blood, which form distortions to the smooth, even surface of retina and damage the retina cells. Vision becomes distorted and eventually reduces considerably. Early detection is important, as some forms of Macular Degeneration respond to treatment; however, lost vision cannot be restored.

If you or family members notice distortion of near vision, wavy lines, gaps and holes in a page of print, it could be sign of early Macular Degeneration and should be examined by an optometrist.

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Macular Degeneration