### Devices to Help with Diabetic Macular Edema (DME) If you have diabetic macular edema (DME), there are several low-vision devices that can assist you in performing everyday tasks more easily. Here are some options: 1. **Closed-Circuit TVs (CCTV)**: These are cameras that project a magnified image onto a computer or television screen. They can be either mounted on a stand or handheld, providing varying levels of magnification and contrast to help you see different-size fonts when reading. 2. **Low-Vision Sun-Filtered Glasses**: These glasses reduce glare from bright light and improve your ability to discern objects from their surroundings, making it easier to see in different lighting conditions. 3. **Magnifying Glasses**: Magnifying lenses help you see objects up close. They come in various sizes and types, including handheld and stand magnifiers. Some even come with built-in lights for better visibility. 4. **Smartphones and Smart Home Devices**: Voice-activated personal assistants like Apple's Siri and smart home devices like Amazon Echo and Google Home can perform tasks such as reading books, checking the weather, and making grocery lists, reducing the need to read from a screen. 5. **E-Readers**: E-readers allow you to adjust the font size and color contrast to a setting that feels comfortable for you. Some e-readers also have voice-over features that can read the book out loud. 6. **Head-Mounted Technology**: Wearable devices like IrisVision, eSight 4, and NuEyes use head-mounted magnification technology to help you see distances, faces, and more. These devices often require some training and can be expensive, but financial assistance may be available through state organizations for the visually impaired. Using these devices can significantly improve your quality of life and help you maintain independence despite vision loss due to DME.