Overview
What is it?
Macular degeneration affects the macula, the central part of the retina used for reading and detailed vision. Dry disease is often monitored and supported with risk reduction, while wet disease may need repeated eye injections to reduce leakage.
Symptoms
- Blurred central vision, wavy or distorted lines, difficulty reading, dark spot in the centre, or trouble recognising faces.
- Peripheral vision often remains better than central detail vision.
- Sudden distortion or central vision drop should be checked promptly.
Prevention
- Stop smoking, protect eyes from UV exposure, manage blood pressure and cholesterol, and eat a retina-friendly diet as advised.
- Use an Amsler grid if recommended and report new distortion quickly.
- Regular retina follow-up is important in intermediate or advanced disease.
Non-surgical Options
- OCT monitoring, lifestyle guidance, low-vision aids, AREDS-type supplements when appropriate, and anti-VEGF injections for wet disease.
- Laser or photodynamic therapy may be considered in selected cases.
Surgical Options
- Surgery is uncommon for routine macular degeneration.
- Associated complications such as bleeding or membrane formation may need retina specialist procedures in selected cases.
Diagnosis and Treatment Planning
An eye specialist reviews symptoms, vision changes, medical history, current medicines, eye pressure, refraction, and detailed eye examination findings before advising Macular Degeneration Treatment. Tests such as slit-lamp examination, dilated retina check, OCT, fundus photography, corneal scan, visual field testing, or blood sugar review may be advised when relevant.
Recovery and Follow-up
Recovery depends on the diagnosis and procedure. Many eye treatments are outpatient, but surgery or laser treatment may need eye drops, protective glasses, activity limits, and scheduled reviews. Follow-up is important because some eye diseases can progress silently even after symptoms improve.
When to See an Eye Doctor
Book an eye consultation for blurred vision, eye pain, redness, discharge, sudden floaters, flashes of light, double vision, light sensitivity, injury, diabetes-related vision changes, or persistent dryness. Sudden vision loss, severe eye pain, chemical injury, or a curtain-like shadow in vision needs urgent care.
Care options
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