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What are the side effects of izervay?

Izervay (avacincaptad pegol) can sometimes cause eye pain, redness, or inflammation after an injection, and these side effects are usually temporary. It is important to follow your doctor's care and report any unusual eye symptoms.

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What are the treatment options for fixing droopy eyelids?

Droopy eyelids can be treated with laser procedures like Endolift or carbon dioxide laser surgery.

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What are the two forms of age-related macular degeneration (AMD)?

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) comes in two forms: dry AMD and wet AMD. Dry AMD is the more common form and progresses slowly, while wet AMD is less common but can cause faster vision loss.

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What do blind spots in vision look like?

Blind spots in your vision look like small gaps or holes where you cannot see anything.

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What does blurred vision look like?

Blurred vision looks like seeing the world through a foggy or smudged window, where details are soft or fuzzy instead of clear.

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What exercises can help with droopy eyelids, and what results can be expected?

Exercises for droopy eyelids can include facial muscle exercises and electrical stimulation, which may help improve eyelid appearance but results can vary.

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What eye problems are commonly associated with diabetes?

Diabetes can cause several eye problems, including diabetic retinopathy, cataracts, and glaucoma. These conditions can lead to vision loss if not managed properly.

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What is izervay used for?

Izervay is used to slow the progression of geographic atrophy due to age-related macular degeneration.

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What is neovascular age-related macular degeneration (AMD)?

Neovascular AMD, also called wet AMD, is a type of eye disease that happens when new, abnormal blood vessels grow under the part of your eye that helps you see fine details.

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What is nonexudative age-related macular degeneration (AMD)?

Nonexudative Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD), often called “dry AMD,” is a slow, progressive disease that affects the center of the retina called the macula, leading to gradual loss of vision. It is the most common form of AMD and involves the build-up of small deposits called drusen.

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What is the meaning of V?

Visual impairment means having a lower level of vision than what is considered normal, even with the use of corrective measures like glasses.

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What is wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD)?

Wet Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is a serious eye condition that causes rapid vision loss in the center of your sight due to leaky blood vessels growing under the central part of the retina.

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What might cause my eyes to feel heavy and tired constantly?

Your eyes might feel heavy and tired if you are not getting enough sleep, experiencing a side effect from a medication, and/or experiencing a health condition.

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What surgical options are available for correcting drooping eyelids?

Surgery for drooping eyelids, also known as ptosis, can include procedures like levator advancement or other methods to lift the eyelid.

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When does age-related macular degeneration (AMD) start?

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) mainly begins in older adults, with early signs typically emerging after the age of 50. As people get older, the risk of developing AMD increases.

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Why am I having distorted vision in one eye?

Distorted vision in one eye means that what you see may look warped or out of shape, and it can happen if something is affecting the eye’s lens, cornea, or retina.

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Why am I having light sensitivity in one eye?

Light sensitivity in one eye can happen for several reasons, including inflammation of the optic nerve (optic neuritis) or retinal issues. It's important to see a doctor to figure out exactly what might be causing your symptoms.

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Why am I having wavy distorted vision?

Wavy, distorted vision can happen when the central part of your eye, the macula, becomes swollen or damaged, which is often seen in conditions like diabetic macular edema or wet age-related macular degeneration.

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Why Is My Vision Blurry in One Eye? Top Reasons & When to Worry.

Blurred vision in one eye can happen from many issues like an eye infection, a cataract, or problems with the back of the eye such as those seen in macular degeneration.

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Why is my vision distorted all of a sudden?

Wavy, distorted vision can happen when the central part of your eye, the macula, becomes swollen or damaged, which is often seen in conditions like diabetic macular edema or wet age-related macular degeneration.

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