Living with Macular Disease: Sandie's story

Sandie was diagnosed with AMD ten years ago. Sandie highlights how she manages to maintain her independence, as well as the importance of reaching out for support.
The Macular Society has been supporting people with macular conditions for over 30 years. We provide free information and support to those with macular disease, along with their family and friends. All our services are free; no one has to face macular disease alone. For more information on how we can support you or a loved one, you can visit our website or give our helpline a call on 0300 3030 111.
www.macularsociety.org/

[@frankmirandosr875]

I’m 65 and have had This disease for over 5 years. I get injections Every 3 or 4 months, I stay Active, I lift Weights and Do sprints, Take vitamins and eat clean. I still Drive and Ride Motorcycles. My eyes have been getting Progressively Worse a bit each Year, I find it very Scary at times but I stay Positive. I have 3 Grown Children and 6 Grandkids, married to a Wonderful Woman for over 45 years who helps me stay Positive. Must continue to live a clean Life and pay close attention to my Eye health. Hopefully the medical Field will come up with a Cure someday. Keep pushing forward and live the best life you can, don’t take anything for granted. Our Eye sight is a Gift ! God bless.

[@PeterLolkema]

I was diagnosed with dry AMD just over 3 years ago. The vision specialist, who I see every 4 months recommend taking Bausch & Lomb Areds2 capsules twice a day. I live in the USA and don't know if Areds2 is available everywhere else. By doing some research on my own I came across the health benefits of Goji berries in particular for eye health. Almost every day I take a large spoonful of the dried berries. They are not very tasty but my AMD has not worsened for well over 2 years.

[@Seafieldgal]

10.48am
This was very helpful. Thanks Sandie for sharing. Greetings from West Clare Ireland 🇮🇪
Anne Rynne

[@ellaneal2419]

I'm eighty eight and have dry AMD have. A chance to take. Tablets. For it am wait waiting ekn derbys

[@TMG56]

What a rude Dr.!