What kinds of treatments are offered for AMD?
Currently, there is no treatment or cure for dry AMD. It has been suggested that taking certain vitamins and minerals, such as beta-carotene, lutein, zeazanthin and zinc, may slow the progress of the disease. Some cases of wet AMD can be treated with certain laser treatments: thermal laser and ocular photodynamic therapy. The lasers aim at destroying the new blood vessels developing in your eye. Other FDA approved treatments and injections are also an option depending on your specific case of AMD. Dr. Sparks, a board-certified ophthalmologist, will determine which treatment is right for you during your initial exam. If you have any of these symptoms or any problems with your vision, contact our ophthalmology practice immediately and schedule an appointment as soon as possible. If caught early, there is a higher chance of saving your vision or preventing blindness. For more information on AMD, please visit the National Eye Institute.
