Macular Degeneration Doctors at Clarkson Eyecare
Specialists In Treating Macular Degeneration
Clarkson Eyecare is staffed with highly trained eye doctors who use the latest technology to conduct thorough eye exams and help diagnose and treat a variety of eye conditions, including macular degeneration.
Through our doctors' experience, skills, and expertise they are able to help patients go through treatment options and improve their vision.
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Clarkson Eyecare has age-related macular degeneration eye doctors in our locations serving Missouri, Illinois, Ohio, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Texas, New Jersey, Virginia, Georgia, and Florida. Click to find a location near you.
What is Macular Degeneration?
Macular degeneration is an eye disease affecting the macula (the center of the light-sensitive retina at the back of the eye), causing loss or blurriness of central vision. The disease usually occurs as you get older, so it’s commonly referred to as age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Macular degeneration is the leading cause of vision impairment and loss for those 60 and above.
Macular degeneration primarily happens in older adults due to the natural wear of vision as you age as tissues in the eye weaken. While AMD primarily affects adults, it can happen to those with family history of the condition or to smokers.
The disease doesn’t cause total blindness, but does blur vision. The macular degeneration doctors at Clarkson Eyecare can help treat the condition so it doesn’t worsen.
Macular Degeneration Risk Factors
There isn’t one specific cause for AMD and there are risk factors to be aware of. Besides aging, other common risk factors include: obesity, genetics, family history, cardiovascular disease, smoking, high blood pressure, and is more common in women. Many of these factors will increase chances of being diagnosed with macular degeneration or can increase the severity of symptoms.
How Do You Treat Macular Degeneration?
While there isn’t a cure for AMD, there are steps the macular degeneration eye doctors at Clarkson Eyecare can help with to lessen symptoms. Our retina and low vision specialists can help with rehab exercises to prevent further vision loss.
If you think you may be experiencing macular degeneration, find an eye doctor at your nearest Clarkson Eyecare and schedule an appointment as soon as possible.
Frequently Asked Questions about Macular Degeneration
With wet and dry macular degeneration, vision is often blurred, colors might appear differently, and it can be hard to make out fine print or see while driving. Wet macular degeneration also causes lines to appear wavy.
The experienced eye doctors at Clarkson Eyecare help diagnose and treat AMD, and work with you to prevent further loss, or from the condition spreading to your other eye.
Schedule an Appointment With a Macular Degeneration Specialist Today
It is extremely important to protect your eyes and prevent further vision loss if you are experiencing macular degeneration. Our doctors at Clarkson Eyecare can help diagnose, discuss options, and create a treatment plan if you do have age-related macular degeneration. Schedule an appointment for an eye exam to treat AMD at a Clarkson Eyecare near you.