by Brett Neal | May 9, 2023 | macular degeneration
Macular degeneration is a condition that affects vision and can lead to blindness if it progresses enough. It affects the center part of the retina known as the macula, which is responsible for sharp central vision. There are two types of macular degeneration: wet and...
by Brett Neal | Feb 28, 2023 | Eye Care, Glaucoma, macular degeneration
Visual field loss, or visual field defects, occur when there are areas of the vision which are blacked or grayed out. Often, this is due to a problem within the eye or the brain that results in a loss of part of the vision. Within the eye, conditions like glaucoma and...
by Brett Neal | Jan 17, 2022 | macular degeneration
When you go to the eye doctor, most doctors ask about a family history of 3 major things—glaucoma, retinal detachment, and macular degeneration. What exactly is macular degeneration though, and why is it important? Ocular Anatomy Before we dig into the disease...
