Blurry vision, spots, glare at night, flashing lights -- these are common eye complaints. Each could be a harmless annoyance or an early sign of disease. It isn't always easy to tell the difference. When to visit your doctor:
Dry: Doctors often see yellow deposits called drusen in the macula. As it worsens, the macular tissue breaks down. That causes changes or loss of your central vision over time.
Wet: Abnormal blood vessels grow in your eye. They leak blood and fluid , which causes scars and further damages the macula.Cover one eye and stare at the center dot in this Amsler grid from a distance of 12 to 15 inches. Do you see wavy, broken, or blurry lines? Are any areas warped or just plain gone? Repeat for your other eye. Although no self-test can take the place of an eye exam, this grid is used to help spot early symptoms of AMD.
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