Diabetic Retinopathy

What is Diabetic Retinopathy?

Diabetic Retinopathy is a condition of the eye when the blood vessels of the retina are damaged and leak fluid or blood in an advanced stage of diabetes.

What are the symptoms of Diabetic Retinopathy?

There is a gradual blurring of vision. In an advanced stage new abnormal blood vessels start growing on the retina or the Optic nerve. These have weak walls and rupture frequently to leak fluid and blood in the field of vision.

How is Diabetic Retinopathy diagnosed?

A painless eye examination by the Ophthalmologist can detect Diabetic Retinopathy. If Diabetic Retinopathy is detected, a special test may be performed where a dye is injected in the vein and photograph are taken of the retina .

How is Diabetic Retinopathy treated?

Early detection is important. In more advanced case, control of further damage leads to improvement of vision The leaking vessels are sealed by Laser to stop further leakage.

How to prevent vision loss in diabetes ?

The key to prevent visual loss in Diabetic Retinopathy is to detect the condition early. Diabetics should have their retinas examined regularly to detect early signs of Diabetic Retinopathy.