Macular Degeneration | Riverside Eye Care - The Best Vision Care in Shasta County

How Do I Know If I Have Dry or Wet Macular Degeneration?

Macular degeneration is a common eye condition that often affects individuals over the age of 50. Also referred to as Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD), it occurs when part of the […]

What Vision Problems Should I Worry About as I Get Older?

Aging can affect our eyes in various ways – from trouble seeing up close and discerning colors to cloudy or blurred vision and more severe ocular diseases. With advancements in […]

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What Does It Mean When Your Vision Is Blurry?

It can be frustrating to go about your life with blurry vision. Many of our daily activities, namely driving or communicating with other people, can become considerably more difficult when […]

Can LED Screen Use Increase Risk of Macular Degeneration?

Many of us spend a considerable amount of time staring at LED screens, whether it’s a computer screen at work, a tablet, or our smartphones. In a recent article, TechCrunch […]

How Is AMD Treated?

Although there is no known cure for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD), there are many treatment approaches Dr. Michael Sumsion can use to slow the progression of this serious condition. When […]

What Are the Symptoms of Macular Degeneration?

Macular degeneration is one of the major causes of blindness in people over the age of 50, and may begin to develop as early as age 40. Since there is […]