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Having a family history of wet AMD, particularly with your mother and aunts being affected, does put you at higher risk for developing wet AMD. It's important to note that genetics can play a significant role in AMD risk.

Since you currently have intermediate AMD, it's crucial to maintain regular eye doctor visits for Show Full Answer

Having a family history of wet AMD, particularly with your mother and aunts being affected, does put you at higher risk for developing wet AMD. It's important to note that genetics can play a significant role in AMD risk.

Since you currently have intermediate AMD, it's crucial to maintain regular eye doctor visits for monitoring, as about 10-15% of dry/intermediate AMD cases can progress to wet AMD over time. Regarding your concern about medication allergies - this is an important discussion to have with your eye doctor before any treatment is needed. While anti-VEGF injections are a common treatment for wet AMD, there are multiple treatment options available including photodynamic therapy and laser photocoagulation therapy. Your doctor can work with you to determine the safest and most appropriate treatment plan based on your specific medical history and allergies.

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