Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a progressive eye disease that affects the macula, the part of the retina responsible for central vision. There are two types of AMD: dry AMD and wet AMD, also known as exudative AMD. Exudative AMD is less common but more severe than dry AMD. It occurs when abnormal blood vessels grow in the retina and leak fluid, causing damage to the macula.
Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, is a form of exudative AMD that affects only the left eye. The condition can cause a range of symptoms, including:
Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, is typically diagnosed through a comprehensive eye exam, which may include visual acuity tests, dilated eye exams, and imaging tests such as optical coherence tomography (OCT) or fluorescein angiography.
Treatment for exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, may include:
It is important for patients with exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, to receive regular eye exams and follow their treatment plan closely to prevent vision loss and maintain their quality of life.