Macular Dystrophy / Age Related
Macular Degeneration
MD
Support, Inc. - Information describing different types of MD, eye tests,
treatments, and clinical trials. Comprehensive resource with over 1500
links, a library, book store, on-site language translation software, chat room,
message board, e-mail list,
Brian's Eye Story
- A personal account of someone with AMD, it covers types of AMD, stages, diagnosis,
treatment, and vision aids. Includes information on related eye diseases, overview
of research, and photos. Has many links to related sites.
Macular Degeneration
Foundation - Contains an overview of juvenile and adult MD.
Describes types and stages, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. Has photos,
self test, and reports on many MD related topics.
AMD Alliance International
- Describes what it is, its symptoms, risk factors, diagnosis, and treatments.
Includes the results of a global survey regarding AMD, research, links to global
resources, and more.
Royal
National Institute for the Blind -Based in Great Britain. Discuss inherited
condition Stargardt Macular Dystrophy, its effects, risk factors, and treatment.
Includes list of support organizations.
EyeMDLink.com
- Describes symptoms, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of
its various forms. Links to related procedures, tests, and specialists.
New Jersey Society
of Optometric Physicians - Overview of age-related macular degeneration,
signs and symptoms, and treatment. Shows effects on retina.
National
Eye Institute - Discusses age-related macular degeneration forms,
effects on eyes, risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and research.
Gives eye protection advice and tips for talking to doctor. Includes self-test
and pictures.
Retinoblastoma,
Leukocoria, & Strabismus Retinal Insider - Article How to
Diagnose and Treat Retinoblastoma by ophthalmologists. Describes signs and symptoms
of retinoblastoma, including leukocoria and strabismus. Includes diagnosis and
several possible treatments.
Retinoblastoma, Leukocoria, strabismus, & esotropia
Cataract, glaucoma, macular degeneration
Eye
Search.com - Detailed coverage of cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration,
and diabetic rentinopathy, including graphics, effects of condition on eyes,
risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, research, and treatment.