ARMD refers to age-related macular degeneration. It is classified into two types such as wet and dry macular degeneration. Dry or nonexudative macular degeneration is the initial stage of all age-related macular degeneration and is commonly seen in about 85 % of people. The wet or exudative form can be seen in about 15 % of people. Dietary supplements are recommended for dry condition and laser treatments or intravitreal antivascular endothelial growth factor drugs for the wet form of age-related macular degeneration.
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How to manage hard macular drusen?
Query: Hello doctor, Two years ago, I was diagnosed with mild hard macular drusen. As of last week, my doctor suggested treatment has been AREDS 2 eye vitamins, healthy eating, and cardio exercise. I have started everything along with my regular vitamins. I do not smoke or drink, and I do not have a family... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on your explanation, I can tell you have a dry variant of ARMD (age-related macular degeneration). This is an age-related change, and your treatment is going fine. This is the treatment recommended for this disease. No other treatment has come till date for this... Read Full »
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