Common Causes of Vision Problems
By HealthCentral Editorial Team

Macular degeneration

Macular degeneration

Macular degeneration is the loss of central vision, blurred vision (especially while reading), distorted vision (like seeing wavy lines), and colors appearing faded. The most common cause of blindness in people over age 60.

By HealthCentral Editorial Team— Last Modified: 03/26/2012, First Published: 12/12/2011