What Are Retina Services?
Retina services encompass a range of diagnostic and treatment options designed to manage diseases affecting the central portion of the retina. Particularly, we focus treatment on the macula, which is responsible for fine detail, central vision, and the ability to recognize faces or perform close-up work.
Conditions like dry macular degeneration, wet AMD, retinal tears, and geographic atrophy can severely affect your visual field, making everyday tasks increasingly difficult. At CarlinVision, we provide comprehensive care utilizing advanced technologies and cutting-edge treatment options, including anti-VEGF drugs, laser therapy, and photodynamic therapy.
Ideal Candidates for Retina Services
You may benefit from a consultation with our retina specialists if you:
- Have a family history of macular degeneration
- Are experiencing blurred vision, blank spots, or difficulty seeing fine details
- Have been diagnosed with early AMD, intermediate AMD, or wet macular degeneration
- Notice straight lines appearing wavy or distorted
- Are at higher risk due to smoking, lung cancer, poor nutrition, or being overweight
- Are living with diabetes, high blood pressure, or other chronic conditions linked to retinal disease
It’s important to schedule regular eye exams with your eye doctor, as many retinal diseases progress slowly and often without noticeable symptoms until severe vision loss occurs.
Pre-Retina Treatment Recommendations
Before undergoing any retina procedure, your specialist will perform a comprehensive eye exam and may recommend additional tests to produce detailed images of your retina and surrounding blood vessels. Based on your diagnosis and lifestyle, we’ll create a personalized treatment plan that considers your vision needs, health status, and any current medications. In some cases, you may be advised to take nutritional supplements to support better health and slow disease progression, especially for dry AMD.
The Retina Procedure
Treatment will depend on the condition and stage of the disease. For wet AMD, which occurs when abnormal blood vessels grow under the retina and leak fluid or blood, anti-VEGF injections are typically the first line of treatment. These medications help shrink abnormal blood vessels and stabilize or even improve vision.
In some cases, laser surgery or photodynamic therapy may be used to seal leaking vessels and prevent further damage. Unlike dry macular degeneration, which progresses slowly, the wet form can cause severe vision loss rapidly if left untreated.
Results and Recovery
Outcomes vary based on the specific condition and the stage at which it is detected. For many patients, especially those with wet AMD, early intervention can preserve vision and reduce the risk of complete blindness.
Some may experience visual hallucinations or other side effects as the disease progresses, which our team will help manage. Although retina services can’t fully restore lost central vision, timely treatment can preserve peripheral vision, improve overall function, and slow the progression of advanced macular degeneration.
Specialized Services
Macular Degeneration
Macular degeneration, especially age-related macular degeneration (AMD), is the most common retinal condition we treat. According to the American Macular Degeneration Foundation, AMD affects more than 10 million Americans and is the leading cause of vision problems in people over 50. There are two primary types:
- Dry AMD (dry form): Characterized by gradual thinning of the macula, leading to slow loss of central vision.
- Wet AMD (wet form): Caused by the growth of abnormal blood vessels, leading to leakage and rapid vision loss.
Schedule an Appointment
If you or a loved one is experiencing vision changes or has risk factors for retinal diseases, don’t wait; early detection is the best defense against severe vision loss. Contact CarlinVision today to schedule an evaluation with a retina specialist and protect your sight for the future.
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What are the early signs of macular degeneration?
Common symptoms include blurred vision, difficulty reading fine detail, seeing straight lines as wavy, and blank spots in the center of your vision.
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Can macular degeneration be cured?
There is no cure for macular degeneration; however, early diagnosis and treatment can slow its progression and help preserve central vision.
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What is the difference between dry and wet AMD?
Dry AMD progresses slowly and involves the thinning of the macula, while wet AMD occurs when abnormal blood vessels grow, leading to more rapid vision loss.
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Will I go blind if I have macular degeneration?
While advanced macular degeneration can cause significant loss of central vision, it does not typically lead to complete blindness, as peripheral vision is often preserved.
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