Diabetic Retinopathy is one of the leading causes of blindness in people with diabetes. In this condition diabetes causes damage to the blood vessels in the retina. If diagnosed at an early stage, further progression can be prevented.
- Non- proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy
- Proliferative Retinopathy
Symptoms of Diabetic Retinopathy
At first, the retinopathy vision changes may affect only a small part of the eye’s retina and you may be unaware of any vision loss. But as the blood sugar and eye problems progress, it damages more of your retina, and can cause changes in your vision. For example, you may notice changes such as:
Blurred
Fluctuating vision
Dark spots
Total loss of vision
Risk Factors
At first, the blurry eyes and diabetes may affect only a small part of the eye’s retina and you may be unaware of any vision loss. But as they progress, it damages more of your retina, and can cause changes in your retinopathy vision. For example, you may notice changes such as:
Kidney Disorders
Pregnancy
Anemia
Elevated Blood Sugar level
Diabetes Duration
Ineffective Blood Sugar Management
Treatments Available
Control Blood Sugar
Managing blood sugar and eye problems through a healthy diet, exercise, and medications is key to preventing Diabetic Retinopathy.
Intravitreal Injections
Anti-VEGF or steroid injections target blood in eye due to diabetes by reducing abnormal blood vessels and inflammation to protect retinopathy vision.
Vitrectomy
A surgical procedure to restore vision loss due to diabetes in advanced cases.
Laser Treatment
Used in advanced stages of diabetic retinopathy treatment, laser therapy helps prevent abnormal blood vessel growth and slows the progression of eye damage from diabetes.
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Book My AppointmentFrequently Asked Question
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How can diabetic retinopathy be prevented?
Regular eye exams, proper blood sugar control, blood pressure management, and a healthy lifestyle, including a balanced diet and regular exercise, can help prevent or slow the progression of diabetic retinopathy and other vision problems due to diabetes
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Can diabetic retinopathy be cured?
While there is no cure, early detection and appropriate management, such as laser therapy or injections, can effectively control and slow down the progression of diabetic retinopathy and reduce the risk of eye damage from diabetes.
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How often should I have an eye exam if I have diabetes?
Individuals with diabetes should have a comprehensive diabetes eye check at least once a year to monitor for any signs of diabetic retinopathy, at Centre For Eye Sight, Siliguri, Assam.
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Is diabetic retinopathy reversible?
Early stages of diabetic retinopathy may be reversible with proper management and timely diabetic retinopathy treatment, but advanced stages may not be fully reversible.
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