Medically reviewed by Christine L. Larsen, MD Key Takeaways Bull's-eye maculopathy makes a target-like pattern on the retina and affects vision.It can cause vision problems such as blurred vision and ...

Macular degeneration is a condition that affects the retina, which is neural tissue that lines the back of the eye, like wallpaper in a room. There is an important area in the retina called the macula ...

Justine R. Smith receives funding from Macular Disease Foundation Australia, Queensland Eye Institute Foundation, Flinders Foundation and the National Health and Medical Research Council of Australia.

A macular hole may progress through four stages, each with different features. An early stage hole may resolve without treatment, while a later stage hole typically requires surgery. The macula is a ...

Macular edema is a condition that occurs when fluid builds up within the macular, the central area of the retina most critical for vision. The buildup of fluid causes the macula to swell, disrupting ...

When AMD first develops, you may not notice any symptoms. Over time, though, it may cause blurry vision and/or change the appearance of colors. Some people may also develop dark areas in the center of ...

Macular telangiectasia (MacTel) type 2 is a disease that affects your macula, which is in your eye. It's an area in the center of your retina – the light-sensitive tissue at the back of your eye.

A macular hole is when an opening forms in the middle of the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. It can lead to people having a blurry or black spot in the center of their vision. The ...