Macular Degeneration (ARMD)

Macular degeneration (or ARMD ‘ age related macular degeneration) affects the central area of the retina that deals with the most detailed vision and colour vision. It generally affects people over the age of 65 and causes deterioration of central vision. There are two main types; dry and wet.

Dry macular degeneration is far more common, progresses slowly and affects the vision more mildly. Wet macular degeneration is far less common, but happens over a short time span, and in extreme cases can cause total loss of central vision.