Age Related Macular Degeneration is a chronic disease that can have a sudden impact on vision. Commonly, this condition is initially mild and undetected by a patient. The first clinical signs are usually drusen - collection of debris - in the macula (central retina). This is identified on exam and special imaging. Patients are often asymptomatic at this stage. In some patients this condition can progress to advanced disease with metamorphopsia (abnormal waviness of vision) and central vision loss. The advanced dry form, known as "geographic atrophy," tends to be a slowly progressive disorder that loses in on central vision. The "wet" macular degeneration features new blood vessel growth that can have devastating changes to vision, sometimes overnight. Fortunately, we have very effective treatment for the wet form of macular degenration that can stabilize and improve vision in most patients.

Specific eye vitamins are helpful in slowing progression for those with CERTAIN intermediate to advanced findings, and injections can restore vision in many patients with wet macular degeneration. Earlier treatment is far better than late treatment. We offer Eylea, Avastin, Lucentis and steroid injections.

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