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Name
Michelle Collins
Born
April 3, 1955
Home
Newport News, VA
Diagnosis
Stargardt syndrome
Eyes Affected
Both
Eye Color
Green
Age at Diagnosis
51
Acuity
20/200 left eye. 20/60 right eye.
Treatment
Vitamins containing lutein
Prognosis
My right eye is deteriorating.
Family History
Possible paternal grandfather. He died at the age of 64 from lung cager caused by smoking two packs of cigarettes a day.
Impact On Your Life
i have lost my job. I can no longer drive at night. I am on anti-depressants. Cannot read with the aid of magnifiers, and I have to apply for disability. The doctors do not know how much longer I can drive during the day.
Positive Effects
Memory has sharpened.
Adaptations
I use a magnifier for reading.
Employment
I work about five to ten hours a week, but I would like to find full time work./font>
More About Me
I have worked all my life, own my my own home, and the proud owner of three cats - one of which is a diabetic. I am a vintage and antique doll collector.
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