Does taurine help prevent macular degeneration?

My mother does and was progressively getting worse. She started taking bilberry (a supplement that helps the eyes). She is still bothered by the condition, but it quit getting worse. Discuss any...

there is 2 major types wet and dry ,wet responds to laser in making it more stationary but its the least common type approx10-15% ,the rest dry type which is more progressive

It's pretty hopeless. They don't have a lot in the name of treatments. I hear that prevention is the best cure and one should stick to a good diet with lots of omega 6 oils.

Is there a good reason not to consult your eye doctor? Please, don't put your health in the hands of an amateur forum. Respect your mind and body. You must consult your doctor. (I am a physici...

Treatment of macular degeneration has been disappointing to date. At best, most available treatments help to avoid further vision loss rather than improve vision. Lucentis (recently approved by FDA...

karen this is difficult indeed, audio books is a great thing. what about volunteering as a story teller for kids, maybe in the hospitals etc. that would also keep her busy, good luck

You really need to ask your opthamologist this question. He will be the best one to ask as he is a specialist for the eyes and the conditions. I would hesitate to answer with something this serio...

Welly you're right about the Dr. having poor bedside manner! The long and short of it is that yes, the color distortion can be caused by her macular degeneration. For more easy to read informa...