Macular degeneration is a condition that affects the central part of the retina of the eye, causing a gradual loss of sight. Symptoms include blurred vision, difficulty with straight-line visibility, and reduced color perception. Despite its serious implications, there is no way to completely reverse the effects of the condition. Traditional treatment options involve wearing magnifying glasses or using eye drops, both of which act to slow down the loss of vision and improve vision in the short-term.
LASIK can provide an additional treatment option, and is specifically designed to combat the effects of macular degeneration. LASIK involves the use of an excimer laser to reshape the cornea, which provides clearer vision to the patient. This procedure has been used for various other vision correction related problems,but is now being tested for its effectiveness in treating macular degeneration.
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