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ARMD Treatment
Age-related macular degeneration (ARMD) is characterized by disrupted retinal cell metabolism, which is exacerbated by aging and leads to the accumulation of lipids in the outermost layer of the retina. Additionally, several modifiable risk factors contribute to the development of ARMD, including smoking, high cholesterol, and hypertension.
Types of ARMD
Dry ARMD
In the initial stage, tiny deposits in retinal cells might not impair vision. But when the deposits grow in size and quantity, they can blur or mist the eyesight.
Wet ARMD
Severe deposition can break down cells of the outer retinal layer, thereby enabling blood vessels of the choroidal layer to penetrate the inner layers of the retina. This is followed by retinal layer destruction and fluid leakage in the retina, due to symptoms such as progressive loss of vision.
ARMD Treatment Centre at Drishtideep- Get the Right Treatment
Understanding the causes and symptoms of ARMD is important to get treatment. Retina surgeons at Drishtideep conduct an in-depth examination and investigations like macular OCKnowing the symptoms and causes of ARMD is necessary to avail of treatment. Retina specialists at Drishtideep perform a thorough examination and tests such as macular OCT and angiography to determine the cause of your symptoms and accordingly offer treatment.T and angiography, to understand your symptoms, and accordingly provide the treatment.
ARMD Treatment Options at Drishtideep
Whether macular degeneration is in its initial, dry phase or in its more advanced, wet phase, which can result in significant loss of vision, will affect the suitable course of treatment. When you come to us for an ARMD consultation, the course of treatment could be the following-
Laser Treatment
Laser treatment may be effective in managing the condition during its initial phase. A specific wavelength is utilized through the procedure to cauterize abnormal blood vessels.
Photodynamic Treatment
Verteporfin, a light-activated molecule, selectively closes abnormal blood vessels without harming the surrounding retina.
Anti-VEGF Treatment
Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor (VEGF) promotes the growth of new blood vessels, causes blood vessel leakage, and leads to inflammation. Anti-VEGF intravitreal injections inhibit this abnormal growth, thereby preventing further damage to the retina.
Meet our Retina Specialist for ARMD Treatment
If you have any symptoms of ARMD, it is advisable to go to Drishtideep Eye Institute in Hooghly and consult the specialist. The physician would check, suggest the proper treatment, and clarify the prognosis of the disease.
