Your Eye Health Matters
When you are diagnosed with macular degeneration, it can be overwhelming. The thought of potentially losing your vision over time can be scary. However, it's important to remember that early intervention is key when it comes to this condition. As a Charleston optometrist, we have seen firsthand the impact of catching macular degeneration early on. That's why our team urges our patients to visit regularly so we can detect any signs and begin treatment to slow the progression of the disease. By staying on top of your eye health, you can have peace of mind knowing that we are working together to keep your vision as clear as possible. Don't let macular degeneration control your life - take control of your eye health by visiting your trusted Charleston optometrist at Crescent Eye Care.
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We are happy to help the citizens of Charleston with their macular degeneration needs.
- We care. We want all of our patients to be happy and healthy. We are diligent about providing high-quality glaucoma care as a result.
- We’re knowledgeable. We have extensive knowledge of all eye conditions, including glaucoma.
- We’re convenient. We want to make sure that eye care is as accessible and easy as possible, which is why we offer online booking!
Signs and Symptoms
While the vision loss in most cases is both slow and painless, it is still a permanent loss. Early symptoms begin to show up as distorted, shadowy vision, or blurred vision, warping of straight lines, and dark spots, specifically in your central vision.
Many times, however, your eye doctor can detect early signs of the disease before you even notice any change in your vision.
Causes
Macular degeneration has been linked to both age and genetics, as well as an association with oxygen-starved and deteriorating cells.
Treatment
While the damage caused by macular degeneration cannot be reversed with our modern technology and there isn’t any cure as of now, there are treatment options available that will slow the progress of both types of AMD, as well as work to prevent dry macular degeneration from progressing into wet.
The only way to diagnose Macular Degeneration is through a comprehensive dilated eye exam. Call or click to schedule your exam today.