When wet AMD affects one eye, there is a real concern about the other eye being affected too. Vision changes from wet AMD can impact one or both eyes, often unevenly. The risk increases with factors like age, genetics, and lifestyle habits.
Key risk factors that can increase the chance of AMD developing or worsening in the Show Full Answer
When wet AMD affects one eye, there is a real concern about the other eye being affected too. Vision changes from wet AMD can impact one or both eyes, often unevenly. The risk increases with factors like age, genetics, and lifestyle habits.
Key risk factors that can increase the chance of AMD developing or worsening in the other eye include:
- Family history of AMD
- Smoking, which raises AMD risk two to three times
- Obesity (BMI of 30 or more), which doubles the risk
- High blood pressure, which increases risk by around 50 percent
- Age over 60 There are steps that may help protect the other eye and slow progression:
- Quit smoking if applicable — this is one of the most impactful changes
- Maintain a healthy weight through regular exercise
- Manage blood pressure with your doctor's guidance
- Eat well — dark leafy greens and omega-3-rich fish like salmon are beneficial
- Use an Amsler grid daily to monitor for any new vision changes in both eyes
- Keep up with regular eye exams so any changes are caught early
- Stick to your treatment plan — early treatment gives the best chance of preserving vision
The most important thing is staying closely connected with your eye care team. Early detection in the second eye can make a significant difference in outcomes.
July 31
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