These low vision optics enable you to read signs and see traffic lights in the distance. So getting a driver's license and driving safely with Stargardt disease even if you are legally blind can be an option!
Is Stargardt's wet or dry?
An inherited form, Stargardt disease, is less common and can affect people at an earlier age. The symptoms are related to a loss of central vision, as the macula is affected by drusen (in the dry form) or blood vessel formation and leakage (in the wet form).20 Sept 2021
How many people in the US have Stargardt's disease?
Stargardt Disease is the most common form of inherited macular degeneration, affecting about 30,000 people in the U.S. The progressive vision loss associated with Stargardt disease is caused by the degeneration of photoreceptor cells in the central portion of the retina called the macula.
How fast does Stargardt's progress?
How Fast Does Stargardt's Progress? Vision loss from Stargardt's generally begins to show up within the first 20 years of a young person's life, particularly in early childhood.
How can stem cells be used to treat blindness?
Stem cells (at the top of the image) are turned into new cells, such as retinal pigment epithelial (RPE) cells. The new RPE cells are then injected back into the eye to replace cells damaged or lost because of blinding eye disease.
What is the treatment of Stargardt disease?
There's no treatment for Stargardt disease, but vision rehabilitation can help people make the most of their remaining vision.29 Sept 2021
Can Stargardt lead to blindness?
Stargardt disease can cause color blindness, so your eye doctor may also test your color vision.29 Sept 2021
Does Stargardt's disease affect peripheral vision?
Some people with Stargardt disease may also lose their side (peripheral) vision.29 Sept 2021
What age does Stargardt disease start?
Stargardt's Disease It affects about one in 10,000 children in the U.S. Although the disease starts before age 20, you may not notice vision loss until age 30 to 40. Signs: It's usually diagnosed by yellow-white spots that appear in and around the macula.31 Aug 2020