Macular Degeneration Specialists in Delhi High Court, Delhi

What is Macular Degeneration?

Macular degeneration, most commonly age-related macular degeneration, is a progressive eye disease that damages the macula, the central part of the retina responsible for sharp, detailed vision needed for reading and recognizing faces. It exists in two forms: the more common dry type, caused by gradual thinning and deposits beneath the macula, and the less common but more aggressive wet type, caused by abnormal blood vessel growth that leaks fluid or blood. It is a leading cause of severe vision loss in people over 60, though it typically spares peripheral vision, allowing many patients to retain a degree of independence.

Causes of Macular Degeneration

The precise cause involves a combination of aging, accumulation of cellular waste products called drusen beneath the retina, and in wet macular degeneration, abnormal fragile blood vessel growth beneath the macula. Major risk factors include advancing age, smoking, family history, obesity, high blood pressure, and prolonged sun exposure. Genetic factors, particularly variations in complement pathway genes, also significantly influence risk.

Symptoms of Macular Degeneration

blurred or reduced central vision, difficulty recognizing faces, distorted or wavy appearance of straight lines, dark or empty areas appearing in central vision, difficulty adapting to low light conditions, reduced intensity of color perception, needing brighter light when reading

Treatment & Types of Macular Degeneration in Delhi High Court, Delhi

Dry macular degeneration has no cure, but specific high-dose antioxidant and zinc vitamin formulations, known as the AREDS2 formula, can slow progression in intermediate stages. Wet macular degeneration is treated with regular intravitreal anti-VEGF injections that shrink abnormal blood vessels and reduce leakage, often halting or partially reversing vision loss when started early. Low-vision aids and visual rehabilitation help patients adapt to any remaining central vision loss.

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