Subclinical AMD – the earliest detectable stage of AMD. The first warning sign comes in the form of trouble seeing at night. If you begin having difficulty driving at night, reading in dim light or adjusting to seeing in the dark, tell your eye care provider. Identifying AMD at this point is critical to proactively managing AMD.
Early to Intermediate AMD – at this point, your doctor may see drusen – yellow deposits of fatty protein under your retina – which is an indicator of AMD.
Advanced AMD – during this stage, people may notice central vision loss and blurriness. The transition from early to late-stage happens rapidly. If left untreated, it can lead to blindness in as little as six months. While treatment options can slow the progression of late AMD, nothing can be done to reverse the damage already done.