Macular degeneration is the breakdown of the macula known as the part of the eye, helping see details. It typically affects older people and is associated with geriatric eye care. The likelihood of this disorder dramatically increases after people enter the later parts of their lives. Macular degeneration affects many people and is one of the leading causes of vision loss in the United States. We at Kilgo Eye Care serving, Asheville, NC, Fletcher, NC, Hendersonville, NC, Brevard, NC, and Weaverville, NC, know a lot about macular degeneration and how to screen for it with an eye exam from an optometrist on our optometry team.

Here is a list of the most common symptoms of this disorder to be aware of:

• Dark spots in your central vision: If you have any dark or blurred areas in your central vision, you may have macular degeneration. Sometimes, you may also have a whited-out area in your vision that is also a sign of this disorder.
• Your vision is blurred: You may notice that your vision became blurrier, and you need more light for reading, for example. Usually, once you have this symptom, it will continue getting worse.
• Visual distortions or visual disturbance: For example, straight lines might seem bent.

Unfortunately, there is no cure for macular degeneration, but there is preventative care and eye care to help manage the symptoms. There are also certain treatment methods that allow to slow the progression of the disorder and vision loss. In order to find out what stage of the degeneration you have, it is recommended to see an eye doctor for an eye exam.

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Do you have symptoms of macular degeneration described above? Are you looking for an optometrist to conduct a vision exam in Asheville, NC, Fletcher, NC, Hendersonville, NC, Brevard, NC, Weaverville, NC, or any of the surrounding areas? Then, you should contact Kilgo Eye Care and schedule an appointment with an optometrist on our optometry team. After seeing an eye doctor on our optometry team and having an eye exam, we can help you know your diagnosis and may be able to offer treatment for it. At Kilgo Eye Care, we provide various vision care services, including geriatric eye care and preventative care. Contact us if you have any questions, or if you are ready to schedule a vision exam.