Methods Of Treating Fuchs' Dystrophy

Medicated Eyedrops

In the beginning stages of Fuchs' dystrophy, an individual may be prescribed medicated eyedrops to help them manage their symptoms. The eye drops used to treat Fuchs' dystrophy primarily focus on relieving the intraocular pressure causing vision changes and other symptoms. In mild cases of Fuchs' dystrophy, swelling of the eye is the only issue causing an individual to experience symptoms. The specialized eye drops are dropped into the eye three to four times a day to help the eye drain excess fluids. Most of these eye drops contain a sodium chloride solution of either two or five percent. In certain cases where inflammation is involved, prescribed eye drops containing steroids may be needed. These eye medications may also be used in the form of an ointment applied to the cornea at bedtime and upon waking up in the morning. This type of treatment can help manage the early stages of Fuchs' dystrophy, but it does not stop the condition's natural progression.