{"id":1919,"date":"2025-05-20T18:33:09","date_gmt":"2025-05-20T18:33:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/israt.dev\/doctor-backup\/?page_id=1919"},"modified":"2025-10-18T17:51:10","modified_gmt":"2025-10-18T17:51:10","slug":"macular-degeneration","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/israt.dev\/doctor-backup\/macular-degeneration\/","title":{"rendered":"Macular Degeneration"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"1919\" class=\"elementor elementor-1919\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-17b1d9e3 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"17b1d9e3\" data-element_type=\"container\" id=\"apply-sec-features\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a9c850e e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"a9c850e\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-55f1407c elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-elementskit-heading\" data-id=\"55f1407c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"elementskit-heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ekit-wid-con\" ><div class=\"ekit-heading elementskit-section-title-wraper center   ekit_heading_tablet-   ekit_heading_mobile-\"><h2 class=\"ekit-heading--title elementskit-section-title \">What is <span>AMD<\/span>?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<div class='ekit-heading__description'>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is a common eye condition that affects the <strong>macula<\/strong> \u2013 the central part of the retina responsible for sharp, detailed vision. It typically develops in people over the age of 50 and can cause problems with reading, recognising faces, and seeing fine detail.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3125d2f e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"3125d2f\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bfa7aa2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"bfa7aa2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">There are two main types:<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-de218d3 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"de218d3\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element 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<\/div>\n          <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"box-body\">\n                            <h3 class=\"elementskit-info-box-title\">\n                    Dry AMD                 <\/h3>\n                        \t\t  \t<p>more common and progresses slowly over time<\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n        \n        \n                <\/div>\n        <\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0a0d0f0 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"0a0d0f0\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7b0c7a6 ekit-equal-height-disable elementor-widget elementor-widget-elementskit-icon-box\" data-id=\"7b0c7a6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"elementskit-icon-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ekit-wid-con\" >        <!-- link opening -->\n                <!-- end link opening 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0-189.08-55-237.93-144a285.47 285.47 0 0 1 44.05-60.19l-37.74-29.5a333.6 333.6 0 0 0-52.89 75.1 32.35 32.35 0 0 0 0 29.19C89.72 376.41 197.08 448 320 448c36.7 0 71.71-7.05 104.63-18.81l-46.41-36.28C359.28 397.2 339.89 400 320 400z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n                <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"box-body\">\n                            <h3 class=\"elementskit-info-box-title\">\n                    Wet AMD                 <\/h3>\n                        \t\t  \t<p>less common but more aggressive, caused by abnormal blood vessels under the retina<\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n        \n        \n                <\/div>\n        <\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ed00c07 e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"ed00c07\" 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                                       \n                                                            <span class=\"eael-tab-title title-after-icon\" >How Mr. Ijaz Sheikh Can Help<\/span>                            \n                                                    <\/li>\n                                            <li id=\"symptoms-of-amd\" class=\"inactive eael-tab-item-trigger eael-tab-nav-item\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"symptoms-of-amd-tab\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                            \n                                                                                                                            \n                                                            <span class=\"eael-tab-title title-after-icon\" >Symptoms of AMD<\/span>                            \n                                                    <\/li>\n                                            <li id=\"diagnosis-what-to-expect\" class=\"inactive eael-tab-item-trigger eael-tab-nav-item\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab=\"3\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"diagnosis-what-to-expect-tab\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                            \n                                                                                                                            \n                                                            <span class=\"eael-tab-title title-after-icon\" >Diagnosis: What to Expect<\/span>                            \n                                                    <\/li>\n                    \n                                  <\/ul>\n            <\/div>\n            \n            <div class=\"eael-tabs-content\">\n\t\t        \n                    <div id=\"how-mr-ijaz-sheikh-can-help-tab\" class=\"clearfix eael-tab-content-item inactive\" data-title-link=\"how-mr-ijaz-sheikh-can-help-tab\">\n\t\t\t\t        <p>With specialist training in medical retina at <strong>Bristol Eye Hospital<\/strong>, Mr. Ijaz Sheikh offers compassionate, tailored AMD care grounded in the latest advances in eye medicine. Patients benefit from:<\/p><ul><li>Thorough diagnosis using high-resolution scans (OCT and retinal imaging)<\/li><li>Clear, honest discussion of treatment options<\/li><li>Access to modern intravitreal therapies for wet AMD<\/li><li>Monitoring and lifestyle guidance for dry AMD<\/li><li>Decades of experience with a calm, patient-centred approach<\/li><\/ul><p>Whether you&#8217;re newly diagnosed or seeking a second opinion, Mr. Sheikh provides expertise with empathy.<\/p>                    <\/div>\n\t\t        \n                    <div id=\"symptoms-of-amd-tab\" class=\"clearfix eael-tab-content-item inactive\" data-title-link=\"symptoms-of-amd-tab\">\n\t\t\t\t        <ul><li>Blurred or distorted central vision<\/li><li>Difficulty reading or recognising faces<\/li><li>Straight lines appearing wavy (metamorphopsia)<\/li><li>A central dark spot or missing area in your vision<\/li><li>Increased need for brighter lighting<\/li><\/ul><p>AMD does <strong>not cause total blindness<\/strong>, but it can affect daily independence if left unmanaged.<\/p>                    <\/div>\n\t\t        \n                    <div id=\"diagnosis-what-to-expect-tab\" class=\"clearfix eael-tab-content-item inactive\" data-title-link=\"diagnosis-what-to-expect-tab\">\n\t\t\t\t        <p>Mr. Sheikh uses advanced technology to confirm and monitor AMD:<\/p><ul><li><strong>OCT Scan<\/strong> \u2013 creates a cross-sectional image of your retina to detect swelling or damage<\/li><li><strong>Retinal Photography<\/strong> \u2013 documents changes over time<\/li><li><strong>Fluorescein Angiography<\/strong> \u2013 used in certain cases to assess abnormal blood vessels<\/li><\/ul><p>This detailed assessment helps guide whether treatment is needed and which type is appropriate.<\/p>                    <\/div>\n\t\t                    <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4f03d67a e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"4f03d67a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-74834b9d elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-elementskit-heading\" data-id=\"74834b9d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"elementskit-heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ekit-wid-con\" ><div class=\"ekit-heading elementskit-section-title-wraper center   ekit_heading_tablet-   ekit_heading_mobile-\"><h2 class=\"ekit-heading--title elementskit-section-title \">Treatment Options for <span>AMD<\/span><\/h2>\t\t\t\t<div class='ekit-heading__description'>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>A small river named Duden flows by their place and supplies it with the necessary regelialia. It is a paradise<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f2d92bb e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"f2d92bb\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1a24cac e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"1a24cac\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a678ada ekit-equal-height-disable elementor-widget elementor-widget-elementskit-icon-box\" data-id=\"a678ada\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"elementskit-icon-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ekit-wid-con\" >        <!-- link opening -->\n                <a href=\"#\" class=\"ekit_global_links\">\n                <!-- end link opening -->\n\n        <div class=\"elementskit-infobox text- text-left icon-lef-right-aligin elementor-animation- media  \">\n                    <div class=\"elementskit-box-header elementor-animation-\">\n                <div class=\"elementskit-info-box-icon  text-center\">\n                    <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"elementkit-infobox-icon icon icon-layers1\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"box-body\">\n                            <h3 class=\"elementskit-info-box-title\">\n                    Dry AMD (most common)                <\/h3>\n                        \t\t  \t<p>There is currently no cure, but progression can often be slowed with:<\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n        \n        \n                <\/div>\n                <\/a>\n        <\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ae2fe23 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ae2fe23\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li><strong>Lifestyle changes<\/strong> \u2013 stopping smoking, eating a healthy diet rich in leafy greens and fish<\/li><li><strong>Nutritional supplements<\/strong> (AREDS2 formula) \u2013 in selected patients, based on scan results<\/li><li><strong>Monitoring with Mr. Sheikh<\/strong> for signs of progression to the wet form<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1fd1cdf e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"1fd1cdf\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-509cf03 ekit-equal-height-disable elementor-widget elementor-widget-elementskit-icon-box\" data-id=\"509cf03\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"elementskit-icon-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ekit-wid-con\" >        <!-- link opening -->\n                <a href=\"#\" class=\"ekit_global_links\">\n                <!-- end link opening -->\n\n        <div class=\"elementskit-infobox text- text-left icon-lef-right-aligin elementor-animation- media  \">\n                    <div class=\"elementskit-box-header elementor-animation-\">\n                <div class=\"elementskit-info-box-icon  text-center\">\n                    <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"elementkit-infobox-icon icon icon-layers1\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"box-body\">\n                            <h3 class=\"elementskit-info-box-title\">\n                    Wet AMD (less common, treatable)                <\/h3>\n                        \t\t  \t<p>Treated with intravitreal anti-VEGF injections to stop abnormal vessel growth and fluid leakage. Medications include:<\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n        \n        \n                <\/div>\n                <\/a>\n        <\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b39d1df elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b39d1df\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\u00a0<strong>Aflibercept (Eylea)<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>Ranibizumab (Lucentis)<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Bevacizumab (Avastin)<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-92429a5 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"92429a5\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2923384 ekit-equal-height-disable elementor-widget elementor-widget-elementskit-icon-box\" data-id=\"2923384\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"elementskit-icon-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ekit-wid-con\" >        <!-- link opening -->\n                <a href=\"#\" class=\"ekit_global_links\">\n                <!-- end link opening -->\n\n        <div class=\"elementskit-infobox text- text-left icon-lef-right-aligin elementor-animation- media  \">\n                    <div class=\"elementskit-box-header elementor-animation-\">\n                <div class=\"elementskit-info-box-icon  text-center\">\n                    <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"elementkit-infobox-icon icon icon-layers1\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"box-body\">\n                            <h3 class=\"elementskit-info-box-title\">\n                    Follow-Up &amp; Lifestyle Advice                <\/h3>\n                        \t\t  \t<p>Mr. Sheikh provides long-term follow-up and guidance, including:<\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n        \n        \n                <\/div>\n                <\/a>\n        <\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f8c5928 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f8c5928\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li>Regular OCT scans to detect early changes<\/li><li>Advice on diet, smoking cessation, and general health<\/li><li>Support for visual aids or low-vision services if needed<\/li><li>Family risk counselling \u2013 since AMD can run in families<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-56fb04c e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"56fb04c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3046b0af elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-elementskit-heading\" data-id=\"3046b0af\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"elementskit-heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ekit-wid-con\" ><div class=\"ekit-heading elementskit-section-title-wraper center   ekit_heading_tablet-   ekit_heading_mobile-\"><h2 class=\"ekit-heading--title elementskit-section-title \">Frequently Asked <span>Questions<\/span><\/h2>\t\t\t\t<div class='ekit-heading__description'>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>A small river named Duden flows by their place and supplies it with the necessary regelialia. It is a paradise<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4750812e e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"4750812e\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5426385d e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"5426385d\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4230f9a1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"4230f9a1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/israt.dev\/doctor-backup\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/whyus.png\" title=\"\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-40646a3f e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"40646a3f\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-57346708 elementor-widget elementor-widget-elementskit-accordion\" data-id=\"57346708\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"elementskit-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ekit-wid-con\" >\n        <div class=\"elementskit-accordion accoedion-primary\" id=\"accordion-69f1f42adcf04\">\n\n            \n                <div class=\"elementskit-card active\">\n                    <div class=\"elementskit-card-header\" id=\"primaryHeading-0-57346708\">\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-219959469f1f42adcf04\" class=\"ekit-accordion--toggler elementskit-btn-link collapsed\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-219959469f1f42adcf04\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-219959469f1f42adcf04\">\n                            \n                            <span class=\"ekit-accordion-title\">Can AMD be cured?<\/span>\n\n                            \n                                <div class=\"ekit_accordion_icon_group\">\n                                    <div class=\"ekit_accordion_normal_icon\">\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"icon icon-down-arrow1\"><\/i>                                    <\/div>\n\n                                    <div class=\"ekit_accordion_active_icon\">\n                                        <!-- Active Icon -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"icon icon-up-arrow\"><\/i>                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n\n                            \n                                                    <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n\n                    <div id=\"Collapse-219959469f1f42adcf04\" class=\" show collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"primaryHeading-0-57346708\" data-parent=\"#accordion-69f1f42adcf04\">\n\n                        <div class=\"elementskit-card-body ekit-accordion--content\">\n                            <p><em>Dry AMD cannot be reversed, but its progression can be slowed. Wet AMD can often be stabilised with injection treatment.<\/em><\/p>                        <\/div>\n\n                    <\/div>\n\n                <\/div><!-- .elementskit-card END -->\n\n                \n                <div class=\"elementskit-card \">\n                    <div class=\"elementskit-card-header\" id=\"primaryHeading-1-57346708\">\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-ae2191d69f1f42adcf04\" class=\"ekit-accordion--toggler elementskit-btn-link collapsed\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-ae2191d69f1f42adcf04\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-ae2191d69f1f42adcf04\">\n                            \n                            <span class=\"ekit-accordion-title\">Does AMD lead to blindness?<\/span>\n\n                            \n                                <div class=\"ekit_accordion_icon_group\">\n                                    <div class=\"ekit_accordion_normal_icon\">\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"icon icon-down-arrow1\"><\/i>                                    <\/div>\n\n                                    <div class=\"ekit_accordion_active_icon\">\n                                        <!-- Active Icon -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"icon icon-up-arrow\"><\/i>                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n\n                            \n                                                    <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n\n                    <div id=\"Collapse-ae2191d69f1f42adcf04\" class=\" collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"primaryHeading-1-57346708\" data-parent=\"#accordion-69f1f42adcf04\">\n\n                        <div class=\"elementskit-card-body ekit-accordion--content\">\n                            <p><em>AMD affects central vision but rarely causes total blindness. Peripheral (side) vision is usually preserved.<\/em><\/p>                        <\/div>\n\n                    <\/div>\n\n                <\/div><!-- .elementskit-card END -->\n\n                \n                <div class=\"elementskit-card \">\n                    <div class=\"elementskit-card-header\" id=\"primaryHeading-2-57346708\">\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-18730b269f1f42adcf04\" class=\"ekit-accordion--toggler elementskit-btn-link collapsed\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-18730b269f1f42adcf04\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-18730b269f1f42adcf04\">\n                            \n                            <span class=\"ekit-accordion-title\">Are the injections painful?<\/span>\n\n                            \n                                <div class=\"ekit_accordion_icon_group\">\n                                    <div class=\"ekit_accordion_normal_icon\">\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"icon icon-down-arrow1\"><\/i>                                    <\/div>\n\n                                    <div class=\"ekit_accordion_active_icon\">\n                                        <!-- Active Icon -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"icon icon-up-arrow\"><\/i>                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n\n                            \n                                                    <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n\n                    <div id=\"Collapse-18730b269f1f42adcf04\" class=\" collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"primaryHeading-2-57346708\" data-parent=\"#accordion-69f1f42adcf04\">\n\n                        <div class=\"elementskit-card-body ekit-accordion--content\">\n                            <p><em>The eye is numbed beforehand, and most patients find the procedure quick and very tolerable.<\/em><\/p>                        <\/div>\n\n                    <\/div>\n\n                <\/div><!-- .elementskit-card END -->\n\n                \n                <div class=\"elementskit-card \">\n                    <div class=\"elementskit-card-header\" id=\"primaryHeading-3-57346708\">\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-8b4116969f1f42adcf04\" class=\"ekit-accordion--toggler elementskit-btn-link collapsed\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-8b4116969f1f42adcf04\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-8b4116969f1f42adcf04\">\n                            \n                            <span class=\"ekit-accordion-title\">How long will I need injections?<\/span>\n\n                            \n                                <div class=\"ekit_accordion_icon_group\">\n                                    <div class=\"ekit_accordion_normal_icon\">\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"icon icon-down-arrow1\"><\/i>                                    <\/div>\n\n                                    <div class=\"ekit_accordion_active_icon\">\n                                        <!-- Active Icon -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"icon icon-up-arrow\"><\/i>                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n\n                            \n                                                    <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n\n                    <div id=\"Collapse-8b4116969f1f42adcf04\" class=\" collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"primaryHeading-3-57346708\" data-parent=\"#accordion-69f1f42adcf04\">\n\n                        <div class=\"elementskit-card-body ekit-accordion--content\">\n                            <p><em>Treatment is often ongoing, but frequency may reduce over time based on your response.<\/em><\/p>                        <\/div>\n\n                    <\/div>\n\n                <\/div><!-- .elementskit-card END -->\n\n                \n                <div class=\"elementskit-card \">\n                    <div class=\"elementskit-card-header\" id=\"primaryHeading-4-57346708\">\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-aa7221a69f1f42adcf04\" class=\"ekit-accordion--toggler elementskit-btn-link collapsed\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-aa7221a69f1f42adcf04\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-aa7221a69f1f42adcf04\">\n                            \n                            <span class=\"ekit-accordion-title\">Can I still drive with AMD?<\/span>\n\n                            \n                                <div class=\"ekit_accordion_icon_group\">\n                                    <div class=\"ekit_accordion_normal_icon\">\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"icon icon-down-arrow1\"><\/i>                                    <\/div>\n\n                                    <div class=\"ekit_accordion_active_icon\">\n                                        <!-- Active Icon -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"icon icon-up-arrow\"><\/i>                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n\n                            \n                                                    <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n\n                    <div id=\"Collapse-aa7221a69f1f42adcf04\" class=\" collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"primaryHeading-4-57346708\" data-parent=\"#accordion-69f1f42adcf04\">\n\n                        <div class=\"elementskit-card-body ekit-accordion--content\">\n                            <p><em>It depends on the level of vision. Mr. Sheikh will advise you based on visual tests and DVLA guidelines.<\/em><\/p>                        <\/div>\n\n                    <\/div>\n\n                <\/div><!-- .elementskit-card END -->\n\n                                        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is AMD? Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is a common eye condition that affects the macula \u2013 the central part of the retina responsible for sharp, detailed vision. It typically develops in people over the age of 50 and can cause problems with reading, recognising faces, and seeing fine detail. There are two main types: Dry AMD more common and progresses slowly over time Wet AMD less common but more aggressive, caused by abnormal blood vessels under the retina How Mr. Ijaz Sheikh Can Help Symptoms of AMD Diagnosis: What to Expect With specialist training in medical retina at Bristol Eye Hospital, Mr. Ijaz Sheikh offers compassionate, tailored AMD care grounded in the latest advances in eye medicine. Patients benefit from: Thorough diagnosis using high-resolution scans (OCT and retinal imaging) Clear, honest discussion of treatment options Access to modern intravitreal therapies for wet AMD Monitoring and lifestyle guidance for dry AMD Decades of experience with a calm, patient-centred approach Whether you&#8217;re newly diagnosed or seeking a second opinion, Mr. Sheikh provides expertise with empathy. Blurred or distorted central vision Difficulty reading or recognising faces Straight lines appearing wavy (metamorphopsia) A central dark spot or missing area in your vision Increased need for brighter lighting AMD does not cause total blindness, but it can affect daily independence if left unmanaged. Mr. Sheikh uses advanced technology to confirm and monitor AMD: OCT Scan \u2013 creates a cross-sectional image of your retina to detect swelling or damage Retinal Photography \u2013 documents changes over time Fluorescein Angiography \u2013 used in certain cases to assess abnormal blood vessels This detailed assessment helps guide whether treatment is needed and which type is appropriate. Treatment Options for AMD A small river named Duden flows by their place and supplies it with the necessary regelialia. It is a paradise Dry AMD (most common) There is currently no cure, but progression can often be slowed with: Lifestyle changes \u2013 stopping smoking, eating a healthy diet rich in leafy greens and fish Nutritional supplements (AREDS2 formula) \u2013 in selected patients, based on scan results Monitoring with Mr. Sheikh for signs of progression to the wet form Wet AMD (less common, treatable) Treated with intravitreal anti-VEGF injections to stop abnormal vessel growth and fluid leakage. Medications include: \u00a0Aflibercept (Eylea) Ranibizumab (Lucentis) Bevacizumab (Avastin) Follow-Up &amp; Lifestyle Advice Mr. Sheikh provides long-term follow-up and guidance, including: Regular OCT scans to detect early changes Advice on diet, smoking cessation, and general health Support for visual aids or low-vision services if needed Family risk counselling \u2013 since AMD can run in families Frequently Asked Questions A small river named Duden flows by their place and supplies it with the necessary regelialia. It is a paradise Can AMD be cured? Dry AMD cannot be reversed, but its progression can be slowed. Wet AMD can often be stabilised with injection treatment. Does AMD lead to blindness? AMD affects central vision but rarely causes total blindness. Peripheral (side) vision is usually preserved. Are the injections painful? The eye is numbed beforehand, and most patients find the procedure quick and very tolerable. How long will I need injections? Treatment is often ongoing, but frequency may reduce over time based on your response. Can I still drive with AMD? It depends on the level of vision. Mr. Sheikh will advise you based on visual tests and DVLA guidelines.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-1919","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/israt.dev\/doctor-backup\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1919","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/israt.dev\/doctor-backup\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/israt.dev\/doctor-backup\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/israt.dev\/doctor-backup\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/israt.dev\/doctor-backup\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1919"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/israt.dev\/doctor-backup\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1919\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/israt.dev\/doctor-backup\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1919"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}