Macular Degeneration Specialist
Reading | Windsor | Berkshire
Wet AMD Treatment and Eye Injections
Mr Kumar is a Consultant Retinal Specialist Reading and Windsor providing diagnosis and treatment for wet age-related macular degeneration (wet AMD) in Berkshire. As Lead Consultant for Macular Degeneration, he specialises in OCT-guided diagnosis and anti-VEGF eye injection treatment for patients with wet AMD.
What is Wet AMD:
Wet age-related macular degeneration occurs when abnormal blood vessels grow beneath the macula and leak fluid or blood, causing damage to central vision.
Other names:
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Wet age-related macular degeneration
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Neovascular age-related macular degeneration (nAMD)
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Exudative age-related macular degeneration
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Neovascular AMD
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Exudative AMD
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Choroidal neovascularisation (CNV) due to AMD
Why wet AMD requires urgent treatment
Wet AMD is a sight-threatening condition that primarily affects people over the age of 50 and an eye emergency. It develops when abnormal blood vessels grow beneath the macula—the central part of the retina responsible for sharp, detailed vision used for reading, driving, recognising faces and other everyday activities.
These abnormal blood vessels are fragile and prone to leaking fluid or blood, causing swelling and damage to the macula. Without prompt treatment, this can lead to irreversible scarring and permanent loss of central vision. Although peripheral vision is usually preserved, untreated Wet AMD can significantly affect independence and quality of life.
SYMPTOMS and when to seek urgent advice:
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Distorted vision
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Straight lines appearing bent
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Sudden blurred central vision
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Dark spots
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Difficulty reading
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Faces becoming unclear
Anyone experiencing these symptoms should seek urgent assessment, as early diagnosis and treatment is critical.
TREATMENT for Wet Macular Degeneration (AMD)
Modern treatment with anti-VEGF injections has transformed the outlook for patients with Wet AMD. These medications reduce the growth and leakage of abnormal blood vessels, helping to stabilise vision and, in many cases, improve sight. The earlier treatment is started, the greater the chance of preserving useful vision. Delayed treatment allows continued damage to the macula, reducing the likelihood of visual recovery.
TYPES of Macular Degeneration:
Mr Kumar is a Senior NHS Consultant Ophthalmologist in Reading & Windsor and Lead Consultant for Macular Degeneration. With more than 18 years of specialist retina experience managing AMD, he provides comprehensive retinal assessment using advanced imaging and delivers personalised treatment plans focused on preserving vision. As a medical retina specialist, Mr Kumar uses advanced OCT imaging, OCT-A and FAF scans to monitor disease activity and guide treatment decisions.
Summary on types of clinically significant AMD
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Intermediate AMD:Generally corresponds to early AMD with medium/high risk of progression, such as large drusen, reticular pseudodrusen and associated pigmentary abnormalities.
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Late AMD (indeterminate): Late-stage AMD changes with subretinal/intraretinal fluid but no detectable neovascularisation, or serous PED without neovascularisation.
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Late AMD (wet active):Neovascular AMD with demonstrable neovascularisation and activity.(WET AMD)
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Late AMD (dry):Geographic atrophy without neovascular AMD.
