What you should know about age related macular degeneration - Online interview Ver más
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is an eye disease commonly affecting people over the age of 50, that can get worse over time if left untreated. In our latest video interview, leading ophthalmologist Mrs Samantha Mann offers her expert insight into this condition, including its diagnosis, treatment and causes.
00:00 How is AMD evaluated and diagnosed?
01:01What factors can predispose the development of AMD?
01:48 If left untreated, how can AMD affect vision?
02:09 What types of treatments are available for AMD?
03:06 How many anti-VEGF injections can a patient with AMD receive?
03:36 Can anti-VEGF injections be used in combination with other treatments such as steroid injections?
To schedule a consultation with Mrs Mann simply visit her Top Doctors profile here: https://www.topdoctors.co.uk/doctor/samantha-mann
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What you should know about diabetic retinopathy - Online interview Ver más
"After having diabetes for a number of years, or if it is poorly controlled, the blood supply can slowly reduce in the back of the eye. ... [That] can lead to abnormal blood vessels growing on the back of the eye. These can sometimes bleed or affect your vision."
Diabetes is a common condition affecting millions of people in the UK. One complication of the disease is the negative impact it can have on one's vision. If the retina in the eye is damaged by high sugar levels as a result of diabetes, this is called diabetic retinopathy. In our latest online video, esteemed consultant ophthalmologist Mrs Samantha Mann, who treats patients in London, shares her expertise on the condition. She outlines how diabetes damages the eyes, what the warning signs are, and when and how it is treated.
00:00 What part of the eye can be affected by diabetes?
01:14 How does diabetic retinopathy occur?
02:20 How can you tell if diabetes is affecting your eyes?
03:16 How long does it take for diabetes to damage the eyes?
03:38 Can diabetic retinopathy go away without treatment?
04:13 What is the best treatment for diabetic retinopathy?
To schedule a consultation with Mrs Mann simply visit her Top Doctors profile here: https://www.topdoctors.co.uk/doctor/samantha-mann
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