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September 8, 2015
10 Million Americans are Suffering From This
What is Macular Degeneration?
AMD or Age-related Macular Degeneration is form of chronic eye disease that causes loss of the straight-ahead vision that is critical for activities such as driving or reading. AMD affects more than 10 million Americans and is now the leading cause of blindness in adults over the age of 60.
What ages are most affected by AMD?
After the age of 40, we really start to see a jump in cases of AMD. People over 60 years of age are the most frequently diagnosed patients with AMD.
Can AMD be cured?
AMD can’t be cured but there are treatments that can help. In can last for years or even your entire life so an accurate medical diagnosis is vital to your eye health.
Our doctors can provide you with information on the risk factors of AMD and ways to minimize those risks before they begin. In addition to risk prevention, we also offer plenty of treatment options for those already suffering from AMD. Most importantly, we can conduct the comprehensive eye health examination necessary to detect AMD.
Contact one of our locations today to schedule your appointment.
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