Quick Eye Injection Stops Sudden Vision Loss: New Treatment Explained

Wet macular degeneration is a serious eye condition that can lead to sudden vision loss, particularly affecting older adults. A recent video by Dr. Kunal Sood, M.D., demonstrates a common treatment involving an injection to slow the growth of abnormal blood vessels beneath the retina. "The medication helps stop abnormal blood vessels from growing and leaking under the retina," explains Dr. Sood in the video. The procedure begins with a lid speculum to keep the eyelids open, followed by topical anesthesia to numb the eye. The injection itself takes only a few seconds, and most patients start with monthly injections, transitioning to less frequent treatments as their vision improves. Dr. Sood's video offers a clear and concise explanation of the procedure, increasing public awareness of this important treatment option for wet macular degeneration.