Definition of Low vision

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Low vision: A visual impairment, not corrected by standard glasses, contact lenses, medicine, or surgery, that interferes with the ability to perform everyday activities. Most people develop low vision because of eye diseases such as cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy or age-related macular degeneration (AME). Low vision primarily affects people over age 65. High risk populations include Hispanics and African Americans, who are likely to develop low vision at an earlier age. While lost vision usually cannot be restored, many people can learn to make the most of the vision that remains.