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PreserVision is a nutritional supplement and eye vitamin that may help reduce the risk of progression in people with moderate to advanced age-related macular degeneration (AMD). It’s manufactured by Bausch and Lomb, and is the top doctor-recommended brand for AREDS. PreserVision contains the same nutrient formula recommended by the National Eye Institute (NEI) and is available without […]
The Amsler grid can help detect early signs of retinal disease and monitor changes in vision after diagnosis. If you have dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD), it is important to monitor your vision with an Amsler grid. The grid will help you detect the progression of dry AMD to the wet form of the disease […]
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is categorized into four main stages: Early, Intermediate, Advanced, and Wet In its early stages, the following signs of macular degeneration can go unnoticed. Though some may experience: The gradual loss of ability to see objects clearly The shape of objects appears distorted Straight lines look wavy or crooked Loss of […]
In large scale clinical trials funded by the National Eye Institute, the AREDS2 formula benefited people with intermediate or late age-related macular degeneration (AMD). There was no tangible benefit for people with early AMD or for people who do not have AMD. Keep in mind though that nutritional supplements cannot prevent AMD. However, the AREDS2 […]
AMD, or age-related macular degeneration, is a leading cause of vision loss for Americans age 50 and older. It affects central vision, where the sharpest vision occurs, causing difficulty in conducting daily tasks such as driving, reading, and recognizing faces. Central vision becomes distorted and wavy. Peripheral, side, vision remains clear. Age is a prominent risk […]
