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Could reading for extended periods with intermediate AMD in both eyes be causing headaches?

With intermediate AMD in both eyes, plus missing areas (blind spots) in your vision, reading can put a lot of strain on your eyes. Your eyes are working extra hard to compensate for those blind spots, which can absolutely lead to Show Full Answer

Could reading for extended periods with intermediate AMD in both eyes be causing headaches?

With intermediate AMD in both eyes, plus missing areas (blind spots) in your vision, reading can put a lot of strain on your eyes. Your eyes are working extra hard to compensate for those blind spots, which can absolutely lead to headaches. Here are some tips that may help reduce eye strain while reading:

- Use brighter lighting — good light reduces how hard your eyes have to work
- Take more frequent breaks — try the 20-20-20 rule: every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds
- Try a larger print edition or use an e-reader where you can increase font size
- Use a magnifier to reduce strain on your central vision
- Adjust contrast — high contrast (dark text on white background) is easier on the eyes

It's worth mentioning these headaches to your eye doctor. They can check whether your current vision aids are still appropriate and suggest low vision tools tailored to your needs.

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