Dry AMD stands for “dry age-related macular degeneration,” a form of age-related macular degeneration (AMD). It is also known as the atrophic or non-exudative form of AMD. Dry AMD progresses more slowly than the wet (or neovascular) form and is characterised by the gradual thinning and breakdown of the macula, the part of the retina responsible for central vision. As a result, individuals with dry AMD experience a slow loss of vision, particularly in the central visual field, although it rarely leads to complete blindness.
Dry AMD accounts for about 90% of all AMD cases. The condition typically progresses through three stages: early, intermediate, and advanced, with vision loss becoming more severe as it advances.
Treatments For Dry AMD
Up until now, there has been no treatment for Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration (Dry AMD), with management primarily focusing on slowing the disease’s progression through dietary supplements and lifestyle changes.
However, at Treat Dry AMD, we are excited to introduce the first treatment for Dry AMD. The Valeda Light Delivery System (VLDS) uses photobiomodulation (PBM) to offer a safe, non-invasive, and painless solution for Dry AMD.
Airedale Opticians
Opticians in Keighley, Yorkshire
Airedale Opticians is a multi – Award Winning, family-run practice and the longest established Independent Opticians in Keighley and Crosshills. We are the first practice in West Yorkshire to win a coveted Optician Award for Dispensing Optician of the Year 2023
- Independent, patient-focused care
- Advanced diagnostic technology
- Specialist Dry AMD Services
- Trusted local reputation