Patient's question:
My grandmother has diabetes, and now macular degeneration has reappeared in her eyes. Everyone in the family says this is a complication caused by diabetes. Currently, she is taking medication at home. Is there any treatment plan or any new and better suggestions available?Doctor's answer:
Diabetes can easily lead to inflammation in the retina. If it has already affected the function of the macula, vision should significantly worsen. Currently, you should visit the outpatient clinic for fundus fluorescein angiography. Based on the results of the angiography, a preliminary judgment can be made on whether fundus laser treatment is necessary. Additionally, a detailed macular OCT examination should be conducted. If there is significant macular edema, anti-VEGF treatment can be considered. Finally, I wish you a speedy recovery.