MACULAR DEGENERATION

Age-related macular degeneration, or AMD, is the degeneration of the center of the retina, otherwise known as the macula.

If this part of the retina is damaged, it can affect your central vision and your ability to see color and fine detail. AMD can be hereditary, and smokers are at a higher risk for developing this condition. Fortunately, AMD can often be detected in a routine eye exam, so don't forget to schedule an annual eye exam.*

AT A GLANCE:

• The first sign of age-related macular degeneration, or AMD, usually is a perceived distortion in the appearance of straight lines.
• AMD is the leading cause of severe vision loss in people older than 60.
• There is no cure for AMD, but it is often treated with vitamins, laser therapy, and vision aids.

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