Macular Degeneration
Wet AMD occurs when abnormal blood vessels behind the retina start to grow under the macula. These new blood vessels tend to be very fragile and often leak blood and fluid. The blood and fluid raise the macula from its normal place at the back of the eye. Damage to the macula can occur rapidly, and loss of central vision can occur quickly. Wet AMD is also known as advanced AMD. It does not have stages like dry AMD.
An early symptom of wet AMD is that straight lines appear wavy. If you notice this condition or other changes to your vision, contact Springfield Eye Associates, and we will arrange a prompt evaluation with a dilated eye exam.
An early symptom of wet AMD is that straight lines appear wavy. If you notice this condition or other changes to your vision, contact Springfield Eye Associates, and we will arrange a prompt evaluation with a dilated eye exam.
Dry AMD occurs when the light-sensitive cells in the macula slowly break down, gradually blurring central vision in the affected eye. As dry AMD gets worse, you may see a blurred spot in the center of your vision. Over time, as less of the macula functions, central vision is gradually lost in the affected eye.
The most common symptom of dry AMD is slightly blurred vision. You may have difficulty recognizing faces. You may need more light for reading and other tasks. Dry AMD generally affects both eyes, but vision can be lost in one eye while the other eye seems unaffected.
Unfortunately, patients with dry macula degeneration may eventually progress to the wet form of macular degeneration. It is important to contact our office at 413-739-7367 if you have any questions.
The most common symptom of dry AMD is slightly blurred vision. You may have difficulty recognizing faces. You may need more light for reading and other tasks. Dry AMD generally affects both eyes, but vision can be lost in one eye while the other eye seems unaffected.
Unfortunately, patients with dry macula degeneration may eventually progress to the wet form of macular degeneration. It is important to contact our office at 413-739-7367 if you have any questions.