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Share Share Millions of people have macular degeneration and millions of them continue to do everything they always did. AMD does not cause blindness; there is always sight available. The peripheral vision you retain can be used very effectively. Reading becomes difficult, but there are solutions for every problem.

In this part of the website, we’ll share information about how to live with AMD and the low vision that comes with it. There are some practical tips and also information to help you deal with the emotional issues that may come up.

Take these two first steps now -

  • Learn all you can about AMD. This website can help. To get more information from your doctor, you may want to print out the “Things to Ask Your Doctor” list.
  • Control your risk factors and make changes to your lifestyle. Things you do every day may help to slow AMD. If you haven’t already done so, now is the time to review “Good Habits” and “Bad Habits”.

Practical Tips:
 
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