News tagged with wet macular degeneration


Age-related macular degeneration treatment works even with other eye problem

The primary treatment for wet macular degeneration, a chronic eye condition that causes vision loss, is effective even if patients have macular traction problems, a Mayo Clinic study shows. The findings will be presented ...

Ophthalmology created Nov 11, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Study suggests caution and further studies on drugs used to treat macular degeneration

Millions of people with "wet" macular degeneration are prescribed a class of medication known as anti-VEGF drugs. But now scientists at The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI) have found that a drastic reduction of VEGF activity ...

Cancer created Oct 25, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Study shows daily aspirin intake can lead to blindness

(Medical Xpress) -- A new study published in Ophthalmology reveals that while taking a daily aspirin may reduce the risks of heart disease and stroke, a disturbing side effect has also been noted to increase the risk of dev ...

Ophthalmology created Oct 05, 2011 | popularity 3 / 5 (10) | comments 3 | with audio podcast report