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@chrismay24 Hi, I was just looking through our recent discussions on May Connect and saw that your question seems to have "fallen between the cracks" where we missed it for a few days.
I am familiar with macular degeneration, but not the term "drusen", so I did my ususal search on Google Scholar yo learn more.
Here is a good explanation:
https://www.aao.org/eye-health/diseases/what-are-drusen
Here is what the experts say: "Small drusen do not need to be treated. If your ophthalmologist finds small drusen during a routine eye exam, they may want to watch them regularly to make sure they do not become larger drusen."
Were these found during a routine eye exam, or are you having vision issues? Do you see the ophthalmologist every year or two for a complete, dilated eye exam?
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Thank you, Sue, for your thoughtful reply and great questions!
My optometrist at Costco, where I get my contact lenses and glasses, discovered the drusen during a routine exam. She also dilated my pupils and recommended that I see an ophthalmologist right away. I’ve now been seeing this ophthalmologist annually for the past three years, and he also performs pupil dilation during exams. At my most recent visit, he wasn’t concerned but plans to continue monitoring my vision yearly.
As my own health advocate, I also like to stay informed by doing additional research on my own.
Thank you for the link Sue.