What is Macular Degeneration

Macular degeneration is a medical condition where the light sensing cells in the macula malfunction and over time cease to work. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology,...

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I am taking the Lucent shots for AMD. However, I keep getting scratched corneas. My doctor says I am doing something to cause this. I have dry eye syndrome as well. Has anyone else had this problem and how did you solve it?
Posted on 08/10/09, 01:08 pm
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Reply #1 - 08/10/09  10:30pm
" Sorry to hear about this Babs. I haven't begun treatments yet, but I would love it if you would let me know more about your experience with it all. Has It helped your vision?? Sounds mighty uncomfortable. "
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Reply #2 - 08/12/09  9:43pm
" Thanks, Roth. The shots are not bad - your eye is numb. I have not had results very good. Was on Avastin but am now starting the Lucent shots. Maybe the expensive ones will do more. I do know of people whose vision was helped. Babs61 "
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Reply #3 - 08/20/09  1:05am
" Try carrot juice. "

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