Age-related macular degeneration

The macula is located at the center of the retina at the back of the eye and is a very important part of vision.

Age-related macular degeneration is a disease in which the macula degenerates with age.

When the macula degenerates, things appear distorted and you can no longer see what you want to see, which can lead to blindness.

Sometimes that happens.

In recent years, the average life expectancy has increased, and the number of patients with age-related macular degeneration has increased due to the Westernization of lifestyles.

Age-related macular degeneration is on the rise and is one of the leading causes of visual impairment among Japanese people.

There are two types of age-related macular degeneration: atrophic and exudative. Unfortunately, there is currently no effective treatment for the atrophic type.

For the exudative type, treatment is via intravitreal injection, and this can be received at our hospital.

Treatment with vitreous injections must be continued, and patient treatment is required.

There are also supplements available to help prevent age-related macular degeneration.

In addition, smoking increases the risk of developing the condition, so those suspected of age-related macular degeneration should

Smoking is not recommended.