Macular Degeneration Simulators

Central Scotomas Eye diseases that cause central scotomas (blind spots) include age-related macular degeneration (also know as age-related maculopathy, macular degeneration, AMD or ARMD), Stargardt disease, Best disease and cone dystrophies. Unlike photographs that show a clear image with a dark spot in the center, these simulators show a visual periphery that is fogged, while the blind spot is white and opaque. Often, fully-sighted users are surprised to discover how easily they can move about in a well lit environment while, at the same time, have a great deal of trouble reading print or recognizing faces. Did you know...? Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of low vision in the developed world. The greatest risk factor for AMD is age. Other risk factors include smoking, family history, obesity and race. Caucasians are more likely to lose vision from AMD. Stargardt disease is a hereditary disorder (autosomal recessive) that affects about 25,000 people in the