Vision

Question 1

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) - Dry

Answer 1

Causes deposits of yellow-colored extracellular material within the macula of the eye, causing possible atrophy of the retina and a gradual loss of central vision.

Question 2

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) - Wet

Answer 2

Abnormal blood vessels that leak blood and fluid into the macula, causing vision loss. Progresses more quickly then dry AMD.

Question 3

Primary open-angle Glaucoma

Answer 3

When the optic nerve is damaged from increased pressure.

Question 4

Angle closure glaucoma

Answer 4

Acute condition which fluid becomes blocks, quickly raising intraocular pressure.

Question 5

Diabetic retinopathy

Answer 5

changes in the blood vessels of the retina.