Taking care of your vision is one of the most important elements of self-care. To help you care for your eyes, you will need to find an optometrist near you. If you live near College Park, GA, our team at The Eye Doctor Unlimited encourages you to visit our office for all your eye care needs. Each member of our team provides personalized optometry care for each of our clients.
What is Macular Degeneration?
Our optometrist provides routine eye care and diagnoses and treats more serious conditions. One of the conditions we often see is macular degeneration. Macular degeneration affects central vision and limits what you can see in front of you. The condition gets its name because it affects the macula (the central part of your retina), and it typically does not affect peripheral vision.
According to the Cleveland Clinic, macular degeneration (MD) is an age-related condition more common in clients over 50. Special methods, such as the Amsler Grid Test, are used to diagnose this condition. This test consists of a straight-lined grid with a dot in the middle. If there is significant distortion when asked to read the grid, it may indicate the presence of MD.
Wet MD vs. Dry MD
The most common type of MD is dry macular degeneration, which affects approximately 90% of those with MD. People who develop this type will form yellow protein deposits under their macula. There is no cure for this condition, but our doctor may recommend a combination of vitamins that could slow its progression.
Wet macular degeneration occurs when abnormal blood vessels form under your macula. This type is less common but more severe; it can lead to a total loss of central vision. There is no cure for wet MD either, but our doctor may prescribe injections into your eyes. These injections can help prevent the growth of abnormal blood vessels.
Call Us Today for Your Appointment
Whether you have a condition like macular degeneration or are booking an appointment for your annual eye exam, our team at The Eye Doctor Unlimited can help you feel welcome and cared for. We also offer a wide range of eyeglasses and contact lenses. College Park residents can be confident in trusting their eyes to us. Call us for an appointment today, and let's see how much better you can see.
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