The macula is a part of the retina, which is tissue at the back of your eye.
Macular degeneration causesĪge-related macular degeneration (AMD) can develop as your macula changes over time. But while it’s not unusual for your vision to change over time, some health conditions can threaten your vision’s overall health, and even cause blindness if untreated. Age can naturally cause a lot of changes in your eyes.