Macular Degeneration: Wet Form

Over time, dry AMD can progress to the more serious form of age related macular degeneration, called wet AMD. Wet AMD can progress rapidly, leading to severe vision problems and permanent vision loss in the affected eye.

With wet AMD, abnormal blood vessels begin to develop underneath the retina in the back of the eye. These abnormal blood vessels are unusually delicate, and may bleed or leak fluid. This fluid builds up beneath the retina, causing it to bulge or lift up from the back of the eye. As a result, the eye becomes damaged, causing vision loss to your central vision.

Wet AMD doesn’t always affect central vision the same way. Some patients notice blurry or distorted central vision, while others might experience a gray spot. Others develop blind spots in the center of their vision.

Patients with wet AMD may experience one, or a combination of any of these symptoms. Vision loss from wet AMD is permanent, but if caught early, treatments can reduce the damage to the eye and decrease the severity of vision loss. This is why ongoing care is critical. We will monitor your condition with routine eye examinations and find the best treatment plan for you. Talk with us today to learn more about AMD and how to preserve your vision.