Early detection saved Jill’s sight!
Macular degeneration is the leading cause of blindness and vision loss in Australia, with one in seven Australians over the age of 50 showing some evidence of the disease.
Eighty four year old Jill Falls knows how important early detection can be.
“I was at work when I had the first indication my sight was playing up. I was 78 at the time and noticed the lines on the page were wonky. As I have a family history of macular degeneration I knew I had to have my eyes checked immediately. I was diagnosed with the wet form of macular degeneration,” said Jill.
Fortunately, there is a treatment for wet macular degeneration. Jill started treatment immediately and this saved her sight, allowing her to remain independent and continue with her love of painting.
“I sought help as soon as I noticed changes in my vision but too often people ignore the changes or delay and say, ‘I’ll go next week’. I’m lucky treatment has helped save my sight.”