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Stargardt’s Disease

A scene as it might be viewed by a person with...

A scene as it might be viewed by a person with age-related macular degeneration/ Stargardt’s Disease. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

While macular degeneration generally is associated with older people, an inherited form macular degeneration is called Stargardt’s disease, which can affect children and young adults. Stargardt’s Disease affects approximately one in 10,000 people and like macular degeneration is characterized by central vision loss early in life.

Because vision loss often is common with young children with Stargardt’s, an advanced low vision evaluations is recommended. A low vision specialist will

  • Discover the amount of vision the patient has.
  • Find out the amount of vision needed to do the task desired.
  • Determine the best magnification device that allows the person to do the task.

Low Vision Devices can include telescope eyeglasses, microscope eyeglasses, prismatic eyeglasses, E-Scoop glasses.

With the latest technology and Dr. Azman’s 38 years of knowledge and expertise in advance low vision, we customize hands-free low vision glasses that allow you the freedom to drive, read smaller print, view street signs, and see your grandchildren and friends across the room.

Dr. Azman is a low vision specialists trained by the International Academy of Low Vision Specialists (IALVS).

Offices located throughout Maryland and Virginia
1.866.269.3916
www.lowvisionmd.org

Press Release: New Low Vision Technology Helps Macular Degeneration

Low Vision Specialists of Maryland and Virginia utilizes new lens technology to help correct a basic problem experienced by those with macular degeneration (ARMD).

There is new hope for people whose vision has been compromised by age related macular degeneration (ARMD), glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy.

Many patients with these diseases have heard that nothing more can be done for them, but pioneering changes in recent months may offer them new options. Special types of highly sophisticated glasses prescribed by low vision physicians are quickly emer­g­ing as the answer to vision loss due to macular degeneration or other conditions that lead to limited vision.

For example, member optometrists in the International Academy of Low Vision Specialists(IALVS) use telescopic, microscopic and prismatic glasses to help those with vision deficiencies to perform daily activities such as reading, writing, playing cards, watching TV and even driving.

New LensTechnology

New lens technology helps correct a basic problem experienced by those with macular degeneration. Recently developed New E-Scoop lenses from Holland now enable doctors to help patients with one of the chief complaints associated with macular degeneration—cloudy vision.  “Macular degeneration not only causes central blind spots but reduces clarity,” says Dr. Richard Shuldiner, low vision optometrist and IALVS founder. “Most of my patients ask me for clearer vision.”

Glasses that use the new technology bridge the gap between standard eyeglasses and spectacle head-borne telescopes. Whether your difficulty is night driving, bright light, sunlight or simply seeing clearly into the distance, the E-Scoop lens placed over a standard eyeglass prescription can help.

The lens has four distinct properties that make vision clearer and sharper, with reduced glare:

·         The yellow tint improves contrast.

·         The prism moves the image away from the damaged macular area.

·         The thickness of the lens, combined with its special “base” curve, makes objects appear slightly larger.

·         The anti-reflection coating allows more light through the lens.

Currently, the IALVS optometrists are the only doctors in the United States who have been specially trained to fit patients for the New E-scoop glasses.

For more information, contact Low Vision Specialists of Maryland and Virginia at 1-866-269-3916 or visit www.lowvisionMD.org

New lens technology helps correct a basic problem experienced by those with macular degeneration.

About IALVS

The International Academy of Low Vision Specialists (IALVS) believes in LIFE AFTER VISION LOSS. IALVS brings new hope and sight to those with macular degeneration and other vision limiting conditions. IALVS can bring back the enjoyment of retirement.

If you are now having problems seeing and doing the things you enjoy, Low Vision Specialists of Maryland and Virginia and IALVS can help. If you have been told by your eye doctor that a change in your eyeglass prescription will not help you see any better, call Low Vision Specialists of Maryland and Virginia who is trained to design special glasses that can make a difference.

When your doctor says, “Sorry I cannot get you to see any better,” an IALVS doctor often says, “It may not be perfect, but it definitely is better!”

escoop

E-Scoop Glasses for Macular Degeneration

Low Vision Specialists of Maryland and Virginia are utilizing new lens technology to help correct a basic problem experienced by those with macular degeneration (ARMD).

There is new hope for people whose vision has been compromised by age related macular degeneration (ARMD), glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy.

Many patients with these diseases have heard that nothing more can be done for them, but pioneering changes in recent months may offer them new options. Special types of highly sophisticated glasses prescribed by low vision physicians are quickly emer¬g¬ing as the answer to vision loss due to macular degeneration or other conditions that lead to limited vision.

For example, member optometrists in the International Academy of Low Vision Specialists(IALVS) use telescopic, microscopic and prismatic glasses to help those with vision deficiencies to perform daily activities such as reading, writing, playing cards, watching TV and even driving.

New LensTechnology

New lens technology helps correct a basic problem experienced by those with macular degeneration. Recently developed New E-Scoop lenses from Holland now enable doctors to help patients with one of the chief complaints associated with macular degeneration—cloudy vision. “Macular degeneration not only causes central blind spots but reduces clarity,” says Dr. Richard Shuldiner, low vision optometrist and IALVS founder. “Most of my patients ask me for clearer vision.”

Glasses that use the new technology bridge the gap between standard eyeglasses and spectacle head-borne telescopes. Whether your difficulty is night driving, bright light, sunlight or simply seeing clearly into the distance, the E-Scoop lens placed over a standard eyeglass prescription can help.

The lens has four distinct properties that make vision clearer and sharper, with reduced glare:
• The yellow tint improves contrast.
• The prism moves the image away from the damaged macular area.
• The thickness of the lens, combined with its special “base” curve, makes objects appear slightly larger.
• The anti-reflection coating allows more light through the lens.
Currently, the IALVS optometrists are the only doctors in the United States who have been specially trained to fit patients for the New E-scoop glasses.

For more information, contact Low Vision Specialists of Maryland and Virginia at 1-866-269-3916 or visit www.lowvisionMD.org

New lens technology helps correct a basic problem experienced by those with macular degeneration.

About IALVS
The International Academy of Low Vision Specialists (IALVS) believes in LIFE AFTER VISION LOSS. IALVS brings new hope and sight to those with macular degeneration and other vision limiting conditions. IALVS can bring back the enjoyment of retirement.

If you are now having problems seeing and doing the things you enjoy, Low Vision Specialists of Maryland and Virginia and IALVS can help. If you have been told by your eye doctor that a change in your eyeglass prescription will not help you see any better, call Low Vision Specialists of Maryland and Virginia who is trained to design special glasses that can make a difference.

When your doctor says, “Sorry I cannot get you to see any better,” an IALVS doctor often says, “It may not be perfect, but it definitely is better!”

Age Related Macular Degeneration

Age Related Macular Degeneration:

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a medical condition which usually affects older adults and results in a loss of vision in the center of the visual field (the macula) due to damage of the retina. Age-related macular degeneration occurs in two forms, “dry” and “wet”. It is the foremost cause of blindness and visual impairment in old adults 50 years and older. Macular degeneration can make it difficult or impossible to read, recognize faces, or watch TV, although some peripheral vision remains to allow other activities of daily life.

Age Related Macular Degeneration:

Aging: Approximately 10% of patients 66 to 74 years of age will have findings of macular degeneration. The prevalence increases to 30% in patients 75 to 85 years of age

Family history: The lifetime risk of developing late-stage macular degeneration is 50% for people who have a relative with macular degeneration, versus 12% for people who do not have relatives with macular degeneration.

Hypertension: high blood pressure

Smoking: Smoking tobacco increases the risk of AMD by two to three times that of someone who has never smoked, and may be the most important modifiable factor in its prevention. A review of previous studies found “the literature review confirmed a strong association between current smoking and AMD. … Cigarette smoking is likely to have toxic effects on the retina.”

Age Related Macular Degeneration Low Vision Devices:

Although Macular Degeneration causes damage to the retina, healthy tissue can remain. Dr. Azman utilizes the healthy tissue, to prescribe low vision telescope and/or microscope glasses to people with macular degeneration. With these low vision telescope and/or microscope glasses people are now able to enjoy their lives. Seeing your family members, reading, watching TV, using the computer, and driving is now an option for people suffering from Age Related Macular Degeneration.