- male
- 50 Years
- 14/08/2025
My uncle has degenerative myopia and we've seen several ophthalmologists who all say there's no cure available worldwide. Is there any treatment or eye surgery that could help his condition? We're open to any options that might improve his vision
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Unfortunately, degenerative myopia currently has no cure. However, some treatments, such as retinal injections or surgery for retinal detachment, may help slow down vision loss. You should explore advanced treatment options with an experienced ophthalmologist.
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