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Why
use the Amsler Grid?
It
is important to detect a problem or change in vision
at the earliest opportunity. The chance of saving
your eyesight is greatest when detected early, and
you should be aware of what you’re seeing
with each eye. Vision recovery is no longer possible
once the macula has been seriously damaged. Therefore,
patients with early macular degeneration need to
monitor each eye separately, at the frequency stated
by your doctor.
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Monitor daily
- Monitor
2-3 times a week
- Monitor
weekly
How
to use the Amsler Grid
- Wear
your reading correction.
- Cover
one eye.
- Look
at the center dot and keep your vision on it
at all times.
- While
looking directly at the center, and only the
center, notice your side vision to monitor for
distortion of lines, and that the squares are
the same size.
- If
you notice any areas that appear distorted,
blurred, discolored, or otherwise abnormal,
call right away.
- Repeat
test for the other eye.
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