Macular Degeneration
Eye exams for macular degeneration in Morrisville and Raleigh, North Carolina detect early signs of the disease, often before symptoms appear. Contact us to schedule an exam!
Macular Degeneration
Eye exams for macular degeneration in Morrisville and Raleigh, North Carolina detect early signs of the disease, often before symptoms appear. Contact us to schedule an exam!
Age-related Macular Degeneration, Morrisville & Raleigh, NC
Macular degeneration is the loss of central vision due to damage to the retina. The macula is a part of the retina located on the back layer of the eye that affects the center of your visual field. Macular degeneration is often related to age and can be atrophic (dry) or exudative (wet).
The dry form of macular degeneration is most common and there is no medical or surgical treatment. The dry form occurs when debris collects between the retina and the choroid, which can cause scarring of the retina. The wet form is less common but more dangerous. It occurs when blood vessels grow behind the choroid, which can leak. This form of macular degeneration can be treated with laser coagulation and medication if diagnosed early.
Don’t lose your vision to macular degeneration
Macular degeneration is one of the biggest causes of vision loss in adults over 50. Common symptoms include gradually blurred vision, seeing less vivid colors, and obstruction in the center of your vision. Peripheral vision can remain intact, but macular degeneration can make daily activities difficult, such as reading or recognizing people’s faces.
Specialized care for macular degeneration
If you are experiencing signs of macular degeneration, call us at (919) 472-4070 (Morrisville) or (919) 629-9208 (Leesville) today to schedule an eye exam. Early detection and treatment are vital to managing vision loss.