Macular Degeneration Flashcards
1
Q
macular degeneration
A
degeneration of the central spot on the retina
2
Q
what are the types
A
dry and wet
3
Q
dry macular degeneration
A
build up of drusen around the macular, causing visions problems.
gradual progress
deposits of yellow on fundoscopy
4
Q
wet macular degeneration
A
abnormal blood vessels appear and leak
acute progress
5
Q
which type is more common
A
dry
6
Q
risk factors
A
smoking
age
7
Q
signs
A
reduction in visual acuity especially for near objects
visual fluctuation
perception of flickering/flashing lights
8
Q
investigations
A
fundoscopy
fluorescent angiography
examination
9
Q
management
A
lifestyle factors low vision aids anti-oxidants anti-VEGF regular check ups to monitor vision
10
Q
what can happen to dry macular degeneration
A
progress to wet macular degeneration
