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Macular degeneration

2023-05-05 05:37:25
Can early macular degeneration be diagnosed by regular eye checkup to the eye doctor or we need more tests ?
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Other tests are required to confirm and document.

Answered2023-05-06 11:41:27

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Early macular degeneration can be detected by OCT macula

Answered2023-05-06 00:04:41

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Yes regular Fundus examination is enough along with some other tests like OCT, kindly consult privately for more info.

Answered2023-05-05 13:32:48

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Early macular degeneration is best tested by a test name OCT macula

Answered2023-05-05 09:33:32

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We can diagnose early macular degeneration with simple vision tests(distance and near), and amsler grid tests.

Answered2023-05-05 09:04:47

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We should do an OCT for macula if there is clinical suspicion. This test will also tell us about progression when done at a later date. And to check treatment response.

Answered2023-05-05 14:39:57

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It can be diagnosed by Oct.pl consult Retina specialist for further evaluation and treatment.

Answered2023-05-05 11:55:49

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Macular Degeneration is diagnosed earliest and best by a scan called as OCT Macula.

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