macular amyloidosis - HEALTHIES
My dermatologist did a biopsy on my arm where the rash is and on my back where my skin is discolored and said it is macular amyloidosis. He gave me ointments (Clobetasol) and antihistamines but it is only temporary. @divyanshi, macular amyloidosis sounds like it is quite rare.
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If you'd like, there are a few other discussions on Connect regarding amyloidosis, but members have discussed other types of amyloidosis. Monthly Prescribing Reference: Pan-Amyloid Removal Therapeutic Gets Orphan Drug Status for Systemic Amyloidosis Medical News Today: What to know about amyloid heart disease or cardiac amyloidosis I’m a 74 male in good health. I’ve had a macular pucker for several years now and it seriously affects my vision. A specialist recommended a vitrectomy but he didn’t give me a lot of hope that I would get much relief and it would probably only be temporary.
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I’m wondering if there are any new developments that might give me better hope. Are there any new cures for a macular pucker? - Mayo Clinic Connect Hello @neville and welcome to Mayo Connect. I see that this is your first post. I was wondering, if you posted about macular pucker because you are experiencing this or perhaps you know of someone else who has this problem?
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Did the problem result from a cataract surgery? Also, in what way is vision affected by macular pucker? If you are comfortable sharing more, please do so. We may have other ... I have had macular degeneration due to Ischemic Retinal Disease and have received Eyelea interocular injections 4 to 5 times a year for some time and my vision has remained steady. I had one episode of rejection and serious temperary vision loss after have omnipaque for an angiogram, but recovered from that well.