Living with AMD
If you are one of the millions of people diagnosed with age-related macular degeneration, or know someone who is, we're here to help. Nearly 300,000 people in the Joy of Sight community have come together to get the latest information and learn how to manage AMD.
While there is currently no cure for age-related macular degeneration, it is still possible to limit the impact of the disease and maintain a normal and healthy lifestyle. Here's how:
- Take Bausch & Lomb PreserVision® AREDS formula eye vitamins every day — simply taking two Soft Gels a day is one of the easiest and biggest steps you can take to fight AMD. Click here for a valuable coupon.
- Self-monitor your vision — Between regular visits with your eye care professional, you can self-monitor your vision by looking at an Amsler grid.
- Eat healthy, live healthy — stop smoking, control your cholesterol and blood pressure, wear sunglasses to protect your eyes from ultraviolet (UV) rays, and make sure your diet is rich with fruits and green, leafy vegetables.
- Consider low-vision aids — Bausch & Lomb makes a wide variety of magnifiers and other low-vision aids. You can find these on our website at www.bausch.com/va or call us toll-free at 1-800-452-6789.
- See your eye care professional regularly — changes in your AMD can occur without you noticing and only a qualified eye care professional can detect these changes.
- Look into support groups — There are many support programs available across the country to help you deal with the emotional stress of AMD. Click here to find a support group near you.
- Talk to your family about the hereditary risks of AMD and encourage them to see their eye care professionals. They may also want to consider taking an eye vitamin such as Ocuvite® Adult 50+ to help maintain eye health.*
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Learn More:
- Self Testing Your Vision
- Questions For Your Doctor
- Find Out More About PreserVision AREDS Eye Vitamins
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.