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Can cataract surgery help with macular degeneration?

For people with geographic atrophy (advanced dry AMD), cataract surgery combined with implanting a miniature telescope may help manage vision problems. However, cataract surgery alone is not a treatment for AMD itself. The best ways to manage AMD include:

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Can cataract surgery help with macular degeneration?

For people with geographic atrophy (advanced dry AMD), cataract surgery combined with implanting a miniature telescope may help manage vision problems. However, cataract surgery alone is not a treatment for AMD itself. The best ways to manage AMD include:

• Regular eye exams to monitor your condition
• Taking AREDS 2 vitamin supplements (if recommended by your doctor)
• Following a healthy diet rich in fruits, vegetables, fish and nuts
• Maintaining healthy blood pressure
• Regular exercise
• Quitting smoking if you currently smoke

For wet AMD or geographic atrophy, your doctor may recommend specific medications given through eye injections to help slow vision loss.

 AI-generated responses are not a substitute for medical advice. These services are not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any condition or disease. Always ask your doctor about specific health concerns.

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