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Age-related Macular Degeneration
Dry AMD
Three Stages of
Dry AMD
Dry AMD has three stages -- early AMD, intermediate AMD, and
advanced dry AMD. All of these may occur in one or both eyes.
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People with early dry AMD have either several
small drusen or a few medium-sized drusen. At this stage, there are
no symptoms and no vision loss.
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People with intermediate dry AMD have either many
medium-sized drusen or one or more large drusen. Some people see a
blurred spot in the center of their vision. More light may be
needed for reading and other tasks.
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In addition to drusen, people with advanced dry
AMD have a breakdown of light-sensitive cells and
supporting tissue in the macula. This breakdown can cause a blurred
spot in the center of your vision.
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