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Intravitreal Injections

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What is an Intravitreal Injection?

Intravitreal injections are when a medicine is injected directly into your eye in a safe fashion, often to treat diseases of the macula, the part of your retina concerned with fine vision. It offers a targeted approach to treating a wide range of retinal conditions and has been a game-changer in treating macular disease. If you are considering or are scheduled for an intravitreal injection, don’t worry! At Edgbaston Eye Consultants we will put you at your ease and use the smallest needles available to give you a painless and low anxiety procedure. Because we follow you up closely with state-of-the art imaging, you are more likely to get a good result.

Intravitreal injections are used to treat:

Macular degeneration

A progressive eye disease affecting central vision.

Macular edema

Swelling of the macula, crucial for sharp vision.

Diabetic retinopathy

A complication of diabetes leading to abnormal blood vessel growth in the retina.

Uveitis

Inflammation within the eyeball.

Retinal vein occlusion

Blockage of veins draining blood from the retina.

Endophthalmitis

Infection within the eye.
Cataract Simulation

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Preparation and Injection

Before the injection, numbing and cleansing drops will be applied. We will lie you down on a reclining chair and the medication is injected near the retina using a small needle. You may feel pressure but not pain.

Post Procedure and Aftercare

Antibiotic drops are given immediately after surgery, you will be sent home with lubricant drops to protect your ocular surface. Specific instructions regarding eye care will be provided. After the procedure, you might experience sensations like pressure and grittiness, along with minor bleeding and temporary eye floaters. It’s crucial to refrain from rubbing your eyes, avoid swimming for a week, and use prescribed eye drops diligently. Any unusual symptoms should be promptly reported to your healthcare provider.

Testimonials

What People Are Saying

Testimonials

What People Are Saying

Mr Masood was excellent as was Mr Williams during my initial consultation. Both were clear about treatment options, potential risks and expected outcomes. Surgery was stress free as any worries or concerns were cleared prior to surgery. Everyone did their utmost to ensure that you felt comfortable throughout the whole process.

Mr Masood was excellent as was Mr Williams during my initial consultation. Both were clear about treatment options, potential risks and expected outcomes. Surgery was stress free as any worries or concerns were cleared prior to surgery. Everyone did their utmost to ensure that you felt comfortable throughout the whole process.

Really pleased with the outcome of my procedure. and the attention and work of Professor Scott. I will always recommend him. He is a brilliant man and very caring.

Prof. Scott explained the injury and that it was worse than first thought. At this present time this has left me partially sighted in my right eye. Unsure as to what the future outcome will be. Professional and courteous at all times. Hospital facilities superb.

This was no nowhere near as traumatic an experience as I was expecting. Everyone who looked after me was exceedingly kind and considerate. I would like to say a special word of thanks to reception, especially Hawa. People arrive for eye surgery very apprehensive and nervous. The staff in Reception are cheerful, reassuring, helpful and kind.

I am thrilled with the treatment carried out on my eye by Rob and his team - just not happy fully with the outcome as not what I expected but that is in no way reflective of treatment received here.

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