What is the best treatment for macular degeneration of the eye?

Jun 19, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

During a recent medical checkup, my report indicated that I have macular disease. What is the best treatment for macular degeneration?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Shuai
There are several commonly used treatment strategies for macular eye diseases: 1. Medication: Drugs such as anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (anti-VEGF) agents and corticosteroids can reduce inflammatory responses and inhibit the growth of abnormal new blood vessels, thereby alleviating symptoms. 2. Laser therapy: Suitable for cases where abnormal new blood vessels are located away from the foveal center of the macula. This treatment destroys the abnormal vessels to prevent vision loss. 3. Surgical intervention: For severe macular lesions, procedures such as vitreoretinal surgery may be used to repair the macular structure. 4. Photodynamic therapy: Combines a photosensitizing agent with laser light to selectively destroy abnormal blood vessels, achieving therapeutic goals. 5. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM): Based on TCM principles, treatments such as acupuncture and herbal decoctions aim to regulate qi and blood, nourish the liver and kidneys, and improve vision. Treatment of macular eye disease should be individualized, evaluated, and planned by experienced ophthalmologists. Patients should actively cooperate with treatment, maintain healthy lifestyle habits, and practice proper eye care.