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Macular Degeneration

Your macula is responsible for what you see right in front of you, helping you to see fine detail.
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What happens first
treatment options
Aftercare

What happens first?

Treatment for macular degeneration should be sought as soon as possible, to reduce any further deterioration in your vision. During a consultation with one of our surgeons, they will ask you some questions and examine your eyes to analyse the degeneration. It will also give you the chance to ask any questions you have about the surgery and the recovery period.

What is Macular Degeneration?

Most common in over 65s, degeneration can result in blurred or distorted vision, and shapes appearing unusually. The symptoms progress over time causing decreased central vision and visual distortions. For some forms of macular degeneration, treatments are available to slow down or stop the condition’s development.

The Benefits of Macular Degeneration Surgery

Macular degeneration surgery can:
  • Stabilise your vision
  • Prevent any further loss of vision
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Treatment options

On the day of your surgery, you’ll be welcomed back to Regency Eye and your medical details will be confirmed in case there are any changes.

On the day of the surgery

Don’t eat or drink anything for two to three hours beforehand.

Pre-Surgery Preprations

Your surgeon will give you local anaesthetic eye drops. The area around your eye will be cleaned with antiseptic.

Treatment Procedure

Once the anaesthetic has fully taken effect, your consultant will give you an injection through the wall of your eye. The whole process is pretty painless and will take around 10 minutes.

Aftercare

Following your surgery, you should be able to go home about an hour later. It’s best to get someone to drive you home after the surgery. Your eyes might be uncomfortable and red for a few days, which is perfectly normal. The initial recovery will take around a week, although recovery times vary. If you have any problems or questions after your surgery, contact Regency Eye to speak to one of our surgeons.

8 tips for safe and speedy recovery after Macular Degeneration surgery

Protect your eyes from sunlight by wearing sunglasses when you go outside.
Rest your eyes whenever possible. The more rest they get, the more effectively they will heal.
Try not to rub or touch your eyes. You could cause damage or infection.
Protect your eyes from areas that are dusty and smoky.
Avoid putting any products, such as make-up, near your eye following surgery, to keep it as clean as possible.
Don’t do any strenuous exercise or heavy lifting following surgery.
Try not to get water in your eyes, in particular avoiding swimming.
It’s important to use the eye drops prescribed for your recovery as instructed. If required, regular painkillers will help ease the pain.

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