An Amsler grid is a grid used to help with ongoing visual testing at home, after your Optometrist has determined that you need to continue to monitor your vision for any sudden changes. This is especially important to check every day if your Optometrist has diagnosed you with Age-Related Macular Degeneration. Normal vision at 12-14 inches, wearing prescription glasses for that near, will see just a small block dot, surrounded by small squares, all with straight and clear lines. As your vision ch

19K views · 167 reactions | Imagine seeing a straight object that appears wavy or bent. That’s what happens for many people with age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Eye health professionals use an Amsler grid to check for AMD. Watch this animation that shows how a person with AMD might view the grid. | National Eye Institute | Facebook

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