Stargardt disease 4

Overview

Stargardt disease 4: A rare genetic eye disorder that affects children and involves degeneration of the macula which is responsible for central vision which allows detailed visual function such as reading. Type 4 is caused by a defect on chromosome 4.

Symptoms

* Macular degeneration * Progressive central vision loss * Light sensitivity * Distorted vision * Retinal pigment degeneration * Flecks in the retina

Causes

* Distorted vision * Light sensitivity