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Macular Degeneration
Treatment And Management For Macular Degeneration
Macular Degeneration
At Holly Springs Eye & Laser, Dr. Faraaz Khan is experienced in helping patients who have macular degeneration. He will assess your individual case and work with you to devise a treatment plan. Vision loss can be scary and difficult to deal with, but Dr. Khan is here to help you manage the condition and get the best treatments possible.
What Exactly Is
Macular Degeneration?
What Exactly Is
Macular Degeneration?
This eye disorder causes the macula, which is the center area of the retina in the back of your eye, to deteriorate. As this process happens, it leads to central vision loss. Central vision allows you to see areas in front of you when looking forward. On the other hand, peripheral vision is what you can see off to the side while looking straight forward.
The Two Kinds Of Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Macular degeneration is the number one cause of vision loss in the United States, and there are two different kinds of this condition: dry macular degeneration and wet macular degeneration. Here's a bit of information about each:
- Dry macular degeneration: This type affects up to 90 percent of people with macular degeneration. It's caused by yellow deposits(known as druse) developing underneath the macula.
- Wet macular degeneration: This kind of AMD is less common and happens when blood vessels grow under the macula.
Symptoms Of Macular Degeneration
Because this is a progressive condition, the disease will worsen with time. To manage the condition, it's best to catch it early on, but you might not notice the impacts at first. There are some signs and symptoms of dry macular degeneration and wet macular degeneration to keep in mind.
For dry macular degeneration:
- Less central vision capabilities
- Needing brighter lighting to see
- Eyes being unable to adjust to low lights
- Blurry vision
- Issues with recognizing faces
- For wet macular degeneration:
- A blurred spot in your line of sight
- Developing a dark area in the middle of your vision
- Symptoms that worsen quickly
If you have noticed any of these symptoms, we recommend getting an appointment as soon as possible.
Contact Us For Treatment Options
There are various treatment approaches for AMD, including photodynamic therapy, anti-VEGF medications, and surgery.
Dr. Khan will assess your vision loss and work with you to figure out the best way to address your vision loss. Reach out to get help and request an appointment.
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