Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a deterioration of the macula, the central region of the retina, associated with aging. It progressively affects the central vision needed for reading, driving, or recognizing faces.
Common symptoms: blurry central vision, a spot or dark area in the center of your gaze, and distortion of straight lines.
Associated factors: older age, family history, and smoking are linked to a higher risk.
Which specialist evaluates it? The ophthalmologist performs the eye fundus exam and follows up on the health of the retina. With changes in central vision, it is advisable to schedule a checkup.
Data on 695 doctors who treat age-related macular degeneration (amd)
Specialties that treat age-related macular degeneration (amd)
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Doctors specialized in age-related macular degeneration (amd)
Dr. Iraís Díaz Báez
Dr. Shelly Márquez
Dra. Marisela Quintero Luzanilla
Dra. Brenda Magdalena Rodríguez Muñoz
Dr. Irving Granados Velázquez
Dr. Edgar Arturo Mercado Peña
Dr. José Smeke Befeler
Dr. Lesbros Pablo Huelsz
Dr. Julio Cesar De la Fuente Muñoz
Dr. Roberto Heredia Pineda
Dr. Miguel Angel Escobedo Robledo
Dr. Jose Antonio Zamora Lomelí
Dra. Adia Carrillo Pacheco
Dr. Carlos Manuel Diaz Contreras Piedras
Dr. Mauricio Espinosa Torres
Dr. Leopoldo Vazquez Estrada
Dr. Víctor José Becerra Durango
Dr. Ramiro Millan Mota
Dr. Mateo Lorenzo Tapia
Dr. Dulce Edith Peña Prado
Frequently asked questions
What is age-related macular degeneration (amd)?
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a deterioration of the macula, the central region of the retina, associated with aging. It progressively affects the central vision needed for reading, driving, or recognizing faces.
Which doctor treats age-related macular degeneration (amd)?
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is usually treated by specialists in general surgeon, gynecologist, occupational medicine specialist, general practitioner, ophthalmologist, optometrist, psychologist, ophthalmologist.