How is macular degeneration of the retina treated?
I have been diagnosed with macular degeneration of the retina and am very concerned. I would like to know how macular degeneration of the retina is treated?
Doctor's answer (1)
Macular disease of the retina is a common ophthalmic condition that significantly affects patients' vision. Treatment methods vary depending on the type and severity of the lesion:
1. Dry macular degeneration currently has no specific medication. The focus of treatment is early detection and regular follow-up. Antioxidants, vitamins, and other adjunctive therapies may be used to delay disease progression.
2. Pharmacological treatment involves intraocular injections of anti-vascular endothelial growth factor drugs, such as Conbercept and Ranibizumab. These medications effectively inhibit abnormal blood vessel growth, reduce exudation and hemorrhage, thus protecting and improving vision, although periodic injections may be required.
3. Laser photocoagulation can be effective for certain types of macular disease, such as macular holes. However, high-energy laser treatment may damage surrounding healthy tissue, so it should be used with caution.
4. Photodynamic therapy and transpupillary thermotherapy destroy abnormal new blood vessels through different mechanisms and have minimal impact on normal retinal tissue.
In severe cases or when the above treatments are ineffective, surgical options such as macular translocation or retinal transplantation may be considered.
Medical attention should be sought promptly if any ocular discomfort occurs.
