Name
June Vogel
Born
09/11/1955
Home
Harlow UK
Diagnosis
Stargardt disease
Eyes Affected
Both
Eye Color
Brown
Age at Diagnosis
48
Acuity
Not sure. Perfect circle of blurry vision on outside of macula.
Treatment
None. Visited Moorsfield eye hospital yearly. Now every 2 years.
Family History
Not known of any eye problems with grandparents. None with parents.
Impact On Your Life
Not a lot yet. Initially scared as to what was wrong. Depressed, come to terms with it. Try not to worry about future, as no one can say what's in store.
Positive Effects
I make the most of what I have and appreciate it more.
Adaptations
Wear react-to-light glasses.
Employment
Work in care home as a housekeeper.
More About Me
52 yrs old. Married. 2 grown up daughters and one grandchild. I like nature, motorbikes, cats, reading, painting and walking.
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