Stargardt Disease
Stargardt disease is an inherited retinal condition that primarily affects the macula, the area of the retina responsible for detailed central vision. It often begins during childhood, adolescence, or early adulthood, although symptoms and progression can vary considerably.
How Does Stargardt Disease Affect Vision?
Vision changes may include blurred or distorted central vision, difficulty recognizing faces, reduced color perception, and increased sensitivity to bright light.
How a low vision doctor can help.
While Stargardt disease can make reading, school, work, driving, and other visually demanding activities more challenging, low vision rehabilitation can help individuals make effective use of their remaining vision. Magnification, electronic low vision devices, glare management, lighting adjustments, assistive technology, and individualized visual strategies can help support independence at home, school, work, and in everyday life.