Lining the inner surface of the back of the eye is layers of vision fibers collectively known as the "retina". The central part of the retina is called the "macula". This central macula gives us our central vision. Unfortunately, as in the disease of macular degeneration, these sensitive vision fibers deteriorate. Sometimes this can be mild with little noticeable symptoms. In other instances, macular degeneration can result in severe center vision loss. However, while macular degeneration can lead to permanent loss of central eyesight, it does not cause total blindness.

Some types of macular degeneration can develop abnormal blood vessel membranes that can hemorrhage, causing sudden loss of central vision. In some cases, a special laser therapy available at the ClearView Eye Clinic can be used to treat these abnormal membranes and prevent further vision loss. Early detection, however, is the key to treating this disease and preserving your vision.

Everyone over the age of sixty should have annual examination for macular degeneration, particularly if they have a family history (i.e. a blood relative) with this condition.

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