Macular degeneration in advanced stage cannot be treated. But your doctor can slow up the process of degeneration using anti angiogenesis drugs like Avastin or Lucentis. For people with early stages of the problem, full recovery of vision is possible with the help of these drugs which can effectively block the growth of fresh blood vessels and any abnormal leakage of fluid into the eyes.
Including plenty of vitamins in your daily diet can reduce the risk of macular degeneration in elderly people. Laser treatment can be used to block the abnormal growth of blood vessels that causes MD. Photodynamic approach can also be used using light sensitive medications to block the blood vessels that damage your vision. Special devices are used to produce magnified images of the object that helps in improving vision for affected people. Submacular surgery and retinal translocation are considered for treating macular degeneration.
Outlook :
Most of the people with macular degeneration will not lose their entire vision. They might have poor vision that can be improved with medications and other approaches. Vision loss caused by wet form is irreversible. You can prevent macular degeneration by going for regular eye check-ups if you have crossed 60 years.