Intra Ocular InjectionsThe battle against wet age related macular degeneration has made dramatic progress. The treatments of Eylea and Lucentis, also known as Anti-VEGF inhibitors help block leaking blood vessel growth in wet age related macular degeneration. These medications have actually improved vision in many patients with wet age related macular degeneration. This involves an injection into the vitreous cavity of the eye with a very small needle but can be done without any discomfort. Antioxidant vitamin therapy and close monitoring can reduce the progression of dry age related macular degeneration to wet age related macular degeneration. |