I was diagnosed with dry AMD last November and also cataracts in both eyes.
My vision is still quite good but am taking steps to put off deterioration - supplements etc.
I wondered if anyone had experience of Can-C drops for cataracts? I wondered if they might make the AMD worse if I used them for the cataracts?
I am new to this feed - any advice would be appreciated!
There appears to be no real evidence they are of benefit in the reversal of cataract. Just eat well.
I have attached a link to a paper:
ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/282...
Thank you Wheezyl. I am eating my spinach etc and taking Lutein, Vit A, Vit E , copper, zinc etc. I wasn't too sure about the drops but have read that having cataracts done can be a problem with the AMD? Normally cataracts are operated on successfully but doesn't sound so straightforward if you have AMD.
I'll follow the link - thanks for your help.
The study confirms that there is no convincing evidence that they are effective - I have printed a copy off and will see what my optician thinks. Thank you for the info.
Dear udall24,
If you are under a retinal specialist, it would be worth discussing your concerns with them. If not, you could always request a referral to one via your GP to discuss this and your cataracts in general. It is important that it is a retinal specialist who e.g. makes the decision on whether it is safe to remove your cataracts.
I am copying a link to our cataracts factsheet:
macularsociety.org/sites/de...
Just to make you aware, we are currently offering free 6 month membership. This is a good way to keep up with current developments. Please ring us if you would like to benefit from this, or join via the following link:
Please do not hesitate to contact us if we can be of any help. The Macular Society helpline is open 9am – 5pm Monday to Friday on 0300 3030 111.
Alternately, you can contact us via:
help@macularsociety.org
Kind regards,
