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We look at this condition, also known as age-related macular degeneration (AMD)
Diagnosing AMD as early as possible is the key to helping slow down its progress. If your eyesight starts to get blurred or suddenly gets worse, you should book an emergency appointment to see your Consultant.
AMD doesn’t always cause symptoms at first, so it’s important to get your eyes examined at least once every two years. At Circle Health, our specialist Consultants offer fast diagnosis and will create a bespoke treatment plan based on your individual needs.
VEGF is the substance that causes blood vessels to develop. VEGF stands for vascular endothelial growth factor.
When there is too much of this substance, too many blood vessels grow, causing AMD. Doctors can treat wet AMD by using syringes to administer anti-VEGF drugs.
Before the treatment, your eye will be numbed using a local anaesthetic, and you will lie back on a couch. You will be asked to look one way as your doctor injects the drug into the opposite corner of your eye.
These injections reduce the amount of VEGF in your system and help to treat your AMD. Your ophthalmologist will let you know how often you will need to attend appointments for your injections.
Photodynamic therapy for AMD is when a light-sensitive drug is injected into your bloodstream. The drug is then activated in the eye using a low-energy laser, which should shut down the abnormal blood vessels without damaging the macula.
PDT is only suitable for certain patterns of macular damage. It usually involves attending more than one outpatient appointment for treatment.
Before laser therapy for AMD, your eye will be numbed using an anaesthetic eye drop. A surgeon will then use a laser to seal off the blood vessels below the macula. This should stop them leaking and prevent vision loss.
AMD will not improve on its own and can cause sight loss if it is not treated. The risks of AMD treatment should be weighed up against the risks factors of no treatment. Your doctor will be able to advise you on the best course of action for your condition.
Invasive AMD treatment is more likely to cause side effects and problems than less invasive treatments. Risks of laser therapy include:
Our experts in affordable eye care offer fast access to treatment in a safe and comfortable environment.
Your AMD treatment will provide the best possible outcome, along with excellent value for money, to help improve your quality of life.
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