Is there a cure for Macular Degeneration?
At this time there is no accepted “cure” for macular degeneration. In some cases, macular degeneration may be active and then slow down considerably, or even stop progressing for many, many years. Depending on the type and degree of the condition it is possible to influence the speed at which it progresses, and in many cases halt it. This is done through nutritional intervention (supplements, avoiding hydrogenated fats, chemical food additives, etc.) or by doing laser surgery of the blood vessels (see below). After the disease has damaged the vision permanently, we also have developed low vision aids and techniques for maximizing the use of peripheral vision to help patients adapt better to their loss of central vision. Educating susceptible groups about macular degeneration risk factors can reduce their risk of developing the disease.
Related Questions
- Do you or someone you know have low vision caused by Macular Degeneration, Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP), Diabetes, or another vision condition?
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