Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the number one cause of vision loss in patients over the age of 50.
At Infinity Retina, Dr. Britt J. Parvus has the specialized experience to help you prevent and manage the symptoms of macular degeneration. Using her personalized approach, Dr. Parvus will work directly with you to develop a treatment plan in which you are comfortable and confident.
Don’t wait to treat age-related macular degeneration. Schedule an appointment with Dr. Parvus today.
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) occurs when certain parts of your eye -- the retina and the choroid -- begin to deteriorate, leading to a decrease in the sharpness of your vision. While the exact causes of macular degeneration are unclear to researchers, we know this is a common condition in patients who are aging.
The symptoms you experience will depend on the type of macular degeneration you have. We generally see two types of AMD at Infinity Retina:
Risk for AMD increases with age in any patient, so it’s important to stay vigilant and have regular eye exams as you get older. Some additional risks have been identified as well, including:
While AMD cannot be fully cured, Dr. Parvus can help you manage your symptoms and preserve your vision after a diagnosis. Macular degeneration treatment breakthroughs have been made in recent years in the form of anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) medications. These medications control the rate at which abnormal blood cells grow in the eye, preserving vision in patients with wet AMD. During treatment, Dr. Parvus will administer VEGF via injection after giving local anaesthetic eye drops to numb your eye.
If your dry AMD has resulted in scarring and the loss of central vision, there is unfortunately no way to fully reverse this damage. If you are diagnosed with dry AMD, Dr. Parvus may discuss nutritional supplements that can help prevent the progression of your condition.