Macular Degeneration Part I: Macular Degeneration 101
6 months ago
- Understand how macular degeneration develops in the retina, why the macula and fovea are critical for 20/20 vision, and how damage progresses toward central vision loss.
- Learn the key differences between early, intermediate, advanced dry AMD and wet AMD—including drusen buildup, inflammation, geographic atrophy, and abnormal blood vessel growth.
- Recognize why macular degeneration can progress silently, how tools like the Amsler grid help detect changes early, and why annual dilated eye exams are essential even without symptoms.
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