Straight lines may also appear wavy.
Treatment for AMD depends on the stage and punch in.
There are three stages of dry AMD: early, intermediate, and late.
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The condition usually progresses slowly over several years.
There are specialists that practice low vision or vision rehabilitation.
This can help a person manage daily life while their healthcare provider treats the disease.
However, you should first consult with a medical professional before taking any supplements.
About 20% of people with dry AMD go on to develop GA.
The name refers to the map-like appearance the patches make on the retina.
Both are known as complement inhibitors.
They block different proteins in a part of the immune system called the complement cascade.
This slows the progressive damage to the retina and helps preserve vision.
However, while the drugs can slow vision loss, they can’t reverse it.
Both drugs are given as injections directly into the eye.
Sofovre is administered every 25 to 60 days,while Izervay is given monthly.
Surgeries and Specialist-Driven Procedures
As of now, there are no surgeries that can cure dry AMD.
One strategy is to layer the stem cells on thin scaffolds.
Another is to put the cells into a fluid suspension that can be injected under the retina.
Dry AMD impacts central vision but not peripheral vision.
Right now, no treatment can cure it.
However, there are medications that can slow the vision loss in the later stages of dry AMD.
Lifestyle changes can also help to slow or prevent disease progression.
A diagnosis of dry macular degeneration can be overwhelming.
Frequently Asked Questions
Eye specialists like optometrists and ophthalmologists can treat dry AMD.
An ophthalmologist is a physician who has completed medical school and then completed eight years of residency training.
Ophthalmologists are licensed to practice both medicine and surgery.
An optometrist has completed four years of optometry training.
Dry AMD progresses over several years.
In early-stage dry AMD, you may not experience any changes in your vision.
If you have intermediate dry AMD, you will start to have blurred vision.
It’s important to note that complete blindness is not a common result of dry macular degeneration.
Macular degeneration causes central vision loss.
Foods to include are dark, leafy green vegetables and yellow fruits and vegetables.
They contain antioxidants that can keep the macula healthy.
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