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What is wet age-related macular degeneration (wet AMD)?
Wet AMD can cause blurred vision or blind spots in the center of your vision.
- Wet AMD occurs when abnormal blood vessels grow under the macula (MAK-yu-luh) and retina (reh-TIN-uh)
- Abnormal vessels leak blood and fluid, causing problems with vision when looking straight ahead
- Wet AMD is a leading cause of blindness in Americans older than 60 years
- Side or peripheral vision is rarely affected by wet AMD
Healthy Eye
Eye With Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration (wAMD)
What are the symptoms of wAMD?
Wet AMD symptoms can come on and worsen quickly.
You may notice the following symptoms:
- Blurry or distorted vision
- Straight lines appearing wavy
- Objects appearing as the wrong shape or size
- Inability to see clear, correct colors
- A dark, empty area in the center of vision
- Difficulty reading, driving, watching TV, or doing other daily tasks
What are risk factors for wAMD?
Lifestyle choices like lack of exercise or unhealthy diets, or other factors like uncontrolled blood pressure or cholesterol may also increase the risk of wet AMD. Wet AMD is also more common in Caucasian people.
The exact cause of wet AMD is unknown.
Risk factors include:
Smoking
Obesity
Cardiovascular Disease
Family History
Make a Retina Specialist Appointment
If you think you are experiencing problems with vision from wet AMD, make an appointment with a Retina Specialist right away.
Get support from the LUCENTIS Patient Support Program
If you have wet AMD, join the LUCENTIS Patient Support Program to receive more information and support, including:
The Genentech Ophthalmology Support Line that makes it easy for you to quickly access the information and support you need. Our representatives are available Monday–Friday, 9 ᴀᴍ to 8 ᴘᴍ Eastern Time.
Call 1-833-EYE-GENE (1-833-393-4363) and press 0 for any question.
Brochures mailed to your home
Emails with tips and resources to help you stay on track
Information on patient assistance options from Genentech Ophthalmology Access Solutions
LUCENTIS Patient Support Program
Enroll in the LUCENTIS Patient Support Program for resources like live one-on-one phone support, emails, or brochures.
Financial Assistance Options
There may be options to help you afford LUCENTIS, no matter what type of health insurance you have. Learn about Genentech Ophthalmology Access Solutions.