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Macular Degeneration self-test

  • Test each eye separately.
  • Sit between 30 - 50 cm from the screen.
  • Look at the central black spot on the large grid with normal reading or VDU glasses if needed.
  • Can you see the complete grid? Are any of the lines missing or distorted?
  • If yes it would be advisable to see your optometrist for a full eye examination
amsler grid image

Typical distortion that can sometimes be seen with early macula changes may be like this

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distorted grid illustration