Author: Dr. Shaun Larsen

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is one of the primary causes of blindness among adults, particularly in its wet form known as Neovascular AMD caused by Choroidal Vascular Disease. Anti-VEGF treatments typically consist of monthly anti-VEGF injections; however, a new option uses an implant which gradually releases ranibizumab over time. Long-term studies indicate it could significantly…

Treatment of AMD is possible and early diagnosis and intervention are crucial as its progression progresses over time. Early signs of dry AMD include blurry vision in low light conditions. Although this typically does not interfere with normal functioning, it could result in the formation of blind spots within your central vision that interfere with…

About 10% of cases of ARMD involve abnormal blood vessels developing underneath the retina (wet AMD). When these blood vessels bleed or leak fluids into the macula area, distortion or blind spots may result. Wet eye macular degeneration symptoms usually only impact central vision; side or peripheral vision typically remains unchanged. Your doctor can detect…

Macular degeneration typically takes the form of dry degeneration, in which the macula thins and protein deposits called drusen grow, leading to vision loss. Rarer cases involve abnormal blood vessels developing that leak fluid into the retina and cause vision impairment. Treatment for this disease typically includes monthly injections of drugs to block VEGF and…

Macular degeneration occurs when the central part of your retina becomes compromised due to age-related changes. It often results in blurry or distorted vision but rarely results in total blindness. UF Health offers specialists who can prescribe medications and procedures to slow macular degeneration, extend vision and make living with this condition manageable. For optimal…

Age-related macular degeneration occurs in two forms, dry AMD (which affects over 85% of cases) and wet AMD, in which new blood vessels form under the retina that leak blood and fluid into it, leading to vision loss. Treatment for wet AMD typically entails monthly eye injections; however, according to a new study some individuals…

Macular degeneration is an age-related condition that damages central vision, making it harder to see fine details and complete everyday tasks. Although not completely blindness-causing, this illness remains a significant public health risk. Dry AMD causes gradual blurriness to central vision, while wet macular degeneration is more severe and may lead to sudden vision loss…

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a progressive disease that destroys central vision – essential for reading, driving and recognising faces. Condition causes gradual loss of central vision while often maintaining color and peripheral (straight ahead) vision. It may cause blurry or distorted vision as well as eventually leading to total blindness in some cases. 1.…

Age-related macular degeneration is the leading cause of irreversible blindness among those over 50, as the macula becomes thinner with age and protein deposits called drusen form, eventually leading to central vision loss and irreparable blindness. Wet AMD occurs when new, abnormal blood vessels form underneath the retina and bleed or leak fluid, leading to…

Stargardt disease does not have a cure, but laser treatment may help seal leaky blood vessels and low vision aids can provide some independence to those living with Stargardt. The Stargardt Disease Patient Study (ProgStar) is a multicenter observational trial studying the progression of atrophic lesions among Stargardt disease patients across nine medical centers in…

Macular degeneration occurs when light-sensitive nerves in the retina malfunction and cause central vision loss. Two forms of this disease exist – dry and wet macular degeneration. Current treatments for wet AMD require monthly injections of anti-VEGF drugs that reduce abnormal blood vessel growth under the retina, but two year results from Vabysmo YOSEMITE and…