Q: What is macular degeneration? A: Macular degeneration is damage or breakdown of the macula. The macula is a small area at the back of the eye that allows you to see fine details clearly. Symptoms may include blurriness or darkness in the center of your vision, and macular degeneration may affect both distance and close vision.
Q: What causes macular degeneration? A: Macular degeneration is most often the result of the body’s natural aging process.
Q: How is macular degeneration detected? A: Because many people may not realize they have a problem until blurred vision becomes obvious, it is necessary to see your ophthalmologist for early detection.
