New research shows promising results in treating dry macular degeneration. Clinical trials are ongoing to ascertain if this innovative therapy can actually treat AMD.Macular degeneration can cause irreparable vision loss [...]

Eye doctors can detect early AMD by conducting a comprehensive, dilated eye exam and looking out for any yellow deposits known as drusen that form beneath the retina.Wet AMD occurs [...]

Treatment of AMD involves slowing vision loss and halting any further damage; some medications may even help restore lost sight.Dry AMD occurs when light-sensing cells in the macula gradually degenerate, [...]

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the gradual degeneration of the macula, the central retinal area responsible for providing sharp focus for viewing fine details clearly. Early symptoms often include blurriness, [...]

Myopia causes an estimated annual productivity loss of $244 billion and macular degeneration blindness is another serious burden that comes with myopia. Current treatments cannot reverse or prevent progression of [...]