Monthly Archives: February 2025

A stepped approach is usually recommended for treating agoraphobia and any underlying panic disorder. The steps are as follows: Find out more about your condition, the lifestyle changes you can…

Speak to your GP if you think you have agoraphobia. If you're unable to visit your GP in person, it should be possible to arrange a telephone consultation. Your GP will…

Agoraphobia can develop as a complication of panic disorder. Agoraphobia can sometimes develop if a person has a panic attack in a specific situation or environment. They begin to worry so…

The severity of agoraphobia can vary significantly between individuals. For example, someone with severe agoraphobia may be unable to leave the house, whereas someone who has mild agoraphobia may be…

Agoraphobia is a fear of being in situations where escape might be difficult or that help wouldn't be available if things go wrong. Many people assume agoraphobia is simply a…

Contents What is AMD? Symptoms Getting diagnosed Treatments Living with AMD Help with low vision Speak to your eye specialist about a referral to a low-vision clinic if you're having…

Contents What is AMD? Symptoms Getting diagnosed Treatments Living with AMD Main treatments for age-related macular degeneration (AMD) There is no cure for age-related macular degeneration (AMD), but there are…

Contents What is AMD? Symptoms Getting diagnosed Treatments Living with AMD What happens at your opticians appointment You'll be seen by a specialist called an optometrist. They'll ask you to…

Contents What is AMD? Symptoms Getting diagnosed Treatments Living with AMD Symptoms of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) affects the middle part of your vision, not the…

Contents What is AMD? Symptoms Getting diagnosed Treatments Living with AMD Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a common condition that affects the middle part of your vision. It usually first…