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Geographic atrophy (GA) affects approximately 1 million Americans and up to 5 million people worldwide. It is the most severe form of dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD), typically diagnosed around age 79. The risk increases significantly every decade after age 50. For treatment, doctors may recommend intravitreal Show Full Answer

Geographic atrophy (GA) affects approximately 1 million Americans and up to 5 million people worldwide. It is the most severe form of dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD), typically diagnosed around age 79. The risk increases significantly every decade after age 50. For treatment, doctors may recommend intravitreal injections - medications delivered directly into the eye. While these injections cannot stop the progression of GA completely, they can help slow down its advancement. These treatments, combined with lifestyle changes like quitting smoking and maintaining a healthy diet rich in antioxidants, can help optimize visual outcomes and maintain independence longer.

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