Month: May 2016

Age related macular degeneration (ARMD) is the definition for  damage caused at the macular.  The macular is located in the central area of the retina and is responsible for detailed vision.  Therefore, damage to this area can cause profound vision loss and significantly affect a person’s quality of life.   Age is the main risk …

Diabetic Retinopathy (DR) is a term to describe retinal damage which may or may cause visual loss and occurs as a result of Diabetes. The treatment of DR varies depending on the severity of retinopathy and whether or not the macular is involved. Background DR             Mild background DR requires no …