Joanne R. Pompano
In the condition, macular edema, blurred vision occurs because the macula swells due to leaking fluid. New vessels may grow on the surface of the retina and can bleed into the eye, blocking vision. The disease also may progress a long way without symptoms.
The use of various types of equipment can assist the victim of macular degeneration, such as:
1. The use of magnifiers and high-intensity lamps may help when reading print or performing near-point tasks.
2. Telescopes may be used for distance vision tasks such as reading a blackboard or reading a sign
3. A closed-circuit television (CCTV), which magnifies and projects, printed material onto a television screen may help in reading tasks. (24)
