Searching for Macular Degeneration Treatment in Delhi?

When your clear central vision goes, you feel as if you’ve lost independence. You will encounter challenges when reading, recognizing faces or even driving. They can occur in macular degeneration. It is a slowly developing eye disease which millions of people all over the world are suffering from.

Macular Degeneration Treatment in Delhi

Looking for macular degeneration treatment in Delhi? You need to know first the symptoms and treatment. Only then should you look at where to find trusted care. You are in good hands at Save Sight Centre. Here you can consult with Dr. Rajeev Jain. He is Senior Retina Consultant over 20 years of experience. This is where patients go to find state-of-the-art, customized treatment for every stage of macular degeneration.


What is Macular Degeneration?

The macula is a tiny but mighty portion of the retina.

Macroscopic Anatomy: The macula mediates central vision. It’s how you can read, recognise faces and observe fine details.

If Macula is damaged, then it is referred to as Age Related Macular Degeneration (AMD). This is a condition of aging eyes. While more likely to strike people over the age of 50, it can also hit younger individuals. Older people acquire it most but not all of the time, though usually its quite rarely.

👉 Important:AMD does not lead to total blindness. Side vision is typically preserved, but loss of central vision can have a profound impact on quality of life.

Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD).

Types of Macular Degeneration

There are two main forms of AMD:

Dry Macular Degeneration

  • more prevalent(about 80–90% of cases).
  • due to degeneration of macula and yellow deposits, known as drusen.
  • patients lose vision slowly.

Wet Macular Degeneration

  • less frequent, more serious and rapidly progressive.
  • due to abnormal blood vessels that grow beneath the retina and leak fluid or blood.
  • may cause sudden and complete loss of vision if not treated.
Dry vs. Wet AMD

Symptoms and Early Recognition Factors

Many patients brush off the early signs, assuming they need new glasses. That’s why awareness is key.

Common symptoms include:

  • Blurred or fuzzy central vision
  • Lines that appear bent or wavy (Amsler grid test)
  • Difficulty reading or recognizing faces
  • Needing brighter light for reading
  • Blurred central vision or a blind spot in the middle of your field of vision

👉 You are in Delhi and have any of these symptoms? So, get to an eye hospital in Delhi soon.

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Why the Early Symptoms are Important

Macular degeneration is not curable, but if it’s caught early, progression can be slowed or even stopped.At Save Sight Centre we have access to the very latest diagnostic equipment:

Early detection ensures timely treatment. It occurs most commonly in wet AMD. In wet AMD, every week counts.

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Treatments Available in Delhi

How is age-related AMD treated? Treatment for AMD depends on whether you have the Dry or Wet form.

Treatment for Dry AMD

  • Vitamins (AREDS2 formula): lutein, zeaxanthin, high-dose vitamins and minerals slow progression.
  • Lifestyle changes: Eating healthy, not smoking, exercising and protecting eyes from UV rays.
  • Low vision devices: Magnifiers, reading lights, and other electronics to help get you through the day.

Treatment for Wet AMD

  • Anti-VEGF Injections (Ranibizumab, Aflibercept, Bevacizumab):

    - Minimize outflow from abnormal vessels.

    - Typically, a series of injections into the eye.

    - NO pain and under anesthesia drops.

  • Laser Photocoagulation (some cases): To cauterize vessels with leakage.
  • Ongoing Research Interventions: Stem cell therapy, gene therapy and implantable devices are potential future strategies.

Why LASIK or Regular Glasses Don’t Work

Many patients ask if LASIK surgery or a stronger glasses prescription can fix AMD. Unfortunately, the answer is no.

  • Patients frequently wonder if LASIK surgery or a stronger glasses prescription will fix AMD. Unfortunately, the answer is no. LASIK reshapes the cornea. (AMD damages the retina, at the back of the eye.
  • Glasses can be beneficial in only very early stages. They can’t bring back lost central vision once the macula has been damaged.

This is why special retina treatment has to be used.


Who is at Risk?

You might be at risk of macular degeneration if :

  • You're over 50 yrs old.
  • Have a family history of AMD.
  • Smokers (2–3 times higher risk).
  • Diabetics, hypertensives or people who are overweight.
  • Individuals who engage in prolonged sun exposure without eye protection.

Regular eye check-ups are in your best interest if you belong to any of these.


Price of Macular Degeneration in Delhi

Prices vary, depending on your treatment:

  • Anti-VEGF Injections: Each injection costs you ₹15000 – ₹65000 or even more for latest anti VEGFs like Razumab, Eylea etc.
  • Low Vision Aids: ₹2,000 onwards.
  • Diagnostic Scans: ₹3,000 onwards (per scan) depending on the kind of Scan.

👉 Prices differ by stage of hair loss, frequency of the injections and personal needs. ALWAYS speak with your retina specialist about long-term treatment planning.


Why Dr. Rajeev Jain & Save Sight Centre?

  • 20+ years experience in retina and macular diseases.
  • 1.5 lakh+ patients treated successfully.
  • State of the art diagnostic equipment (OCT, Angiography, Fundus Imaging).
  • Skills in anti-VEGF injections, laser therapy and advanced AMD management.
  • Patient-friendly approach and affordable care.
Retina specialist in delhi

Save Sight Centre is a renowned macular degeneration eye hospital in Delhi.


What You Can Do: Lifestyle + Diet Tips for AMD Patients

Treatment helps, but your lifestyle has much to do with it.

  • Eat leafy greens, carrots, fish (omega-3 rich,) nuts and citrus fruits.
  • Quit smoking immediately.
  • Wear UV-protected sunglasses outdoors.
  • Keep a healthy blood pressure, sugar levels and lifestyle changes.
  • Get routine eye exams (every 6–12 months).

Upcoming Therapies for AMD

Studies are still pending, and opportunities down the road seem tantalizing:

  • Stem Cell Therapy: Healing cells in the retina.
  • Gene Therapy : Targeting genes that cause AMD to be defective.
  • Retinal Implants: Visual Prostheses for Severe Cases.

Though still in research or trial phases, they have the potential to change AMD treatment in the years ahead.


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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  • 01.Is macular degeneration curable?

    No, but progression can be slowed or halted with treatment.

  • 02.How many injections are needed for wet AMD?

    It depends – every month for the first 3–6 months, then as needed.

  • 03.Are injections painful?

    No, it is under anesthetic drops.

  • 04.Can AMD be treated with LASIK?

    No, LASIK is not a treatment for macular degeneration.

  • 05.What happens if AMD is left untreated?

    Rapid loss of central visual acuity, with ability to function on daily tasks.

  • 06.At what age should I start eye screening?

    From 40 years, especially in the presence of risk factors.

  • 07.Can diet reverse AMD?

    No.. but diet slows progression.

  • 08.How long does an injection take?

    A brisk 10–15 minutes all said and done.

  • 09.Is treatment safe for elderly patients?

    Yes, anti-VEGF and laser can be done safely by expert hands.

  • 10.How much does macular degeneration treatment cost in Delhi?

    Rs. 15,000 – Rs.65, 000 per injection or more with latest anti VEGFs

  • 11.Does AMD cause total blindness?

    No, peripheral vision is usually preserved.

  • 12.How often should I visit the retina specialist?

    1–3 months in active phase of intervention, followed by as recommended.

  • 13.Is there a permanent cure on the horizon?

    Research is ongoing with stem cell and gene therapy.

  • 14.Can AMD affect both eyes?

    Yes, it often affects both, though severity may differ.

  • 15.Who is the best retina specialist for AMD in Delhi?

    Dr. Rajeev Jain at Save Sight Centre, trusted by 1.5 lakh+ patients.