RETINA & UVEA CARE
Diabetic Retinopathy
Diabetic retinopathy develops when diabetes damages small retinal blood vessels. Leakage can cause macular oedema, while severe loss of retinal circulation can stimulate fragile new vessels that bleed or pull on the retina. Early stages often have no symptoms, so normal vision does not exclude disease.
Diabetic retinopathy is graded as non-proliferative or proliferative, while macular oedema can occur at either stage. Small vessel changes may remain unnoticed until leakage reaches the macula or abnormal vessels bleed into the vitreous. Screening is intended to identify treatable disease before vision is affected.
Eye treatment works alongside diabetes care rather than replacing it. HbA1c trends, blood pressure, kidney disease, lipids, anaemia and pregnancy may alter risk. Rapid improvement in glucose control can occasionally change retinopathy in the short term, so medical and eye follow-up should be coordinated rather than delayed.
1. Who needs diabetic retinal screening?
Every person with diabetes, at an interval advised after a dilated retinal examination
Pregnant people with pre-existing diabetes, who may need closer monitoring
Anyone with diabetes who notices blur, distortion, floaters, dark patches or sudden visual loss
2. Assessment and treatment pathway
Stage the retinopathy
Dilated examination and retinal photographs identify haemorrhages, leakage, ischaemia and abnormal new vessels.
Assess the macula
OCT detects and measures diabetic macular oedema; angiography may clarify leakage or reduced circulation.
Treat sight-threatening disease
Depending on findings, management may include intravitreal injections, retinal laser or vitrectomy, alongside medical risk-factor control.
3. What protects vision over time
Systemic control
Blood glucose, blood pressure, kidney health, lipids and smoking status influence progression and should be managed with the treating physician.
Scheduled monitoring
Follow-up is based on retinal stage, not symptoms alone, because changes may progress silently.
Timely eye treatment
Treatment aims to reduce the risk of further visual loss; it cannot always restore vision already lost from retinal damage.
4. Important patient guidance
- Do not wait for symptoms before arranging screening
- Pregnancy can alter retinopathy risk in people with pre-existing diabetes and requires coordinated care
- Sudden floaters, haze, a dark curtain or rapid visual decline needs urgent assessment
Why choose Perfect Vision Laser Eye Hospital, Jaipur?
- Led by Dr. Virendra Agrawal, MD (Ophthalmology), AIIMS New Delhi, with a full-time specialist team
- Diagnosis-first approach with advanced imaging before any recommendation
- Comprehensive eye services available at one Jaipur centre
- Support for patients travelling from across Rajasthan and outside the state
- Cashless Mediclaim assistance, subject to your policy terms
Your specialists
Dr. Anju Bansal
Consultant — Vitreoretina, Uvea & ROP Specialist. MBBS, DNB (Ophthalmology), FVRS (Retina, Uvea & ROP) — Fellowship at Dr. Shroff's Charity Eye Hospital, New Delhi · Experience:
Every retinal condition requires a precise diagnosis and an individualised treatment strategy. My priority is to combine evidence-based care with compassion, clarity and continuity.
Dr. Virendra Agrawal
Medical Director & Chief Consultant — Cataract & Refractive Surgery. MD (Ophthalmology), DNB, MNAMS, FAICO (Cataract & Refractive Surgery) — Bodh Raj Sabarwal Gold Medalist (AIIMS, New Delhi) · Experience: 30+ Years of Ophthalmology
Every eye is different. The right procedure is the one that fits your cornea, your lens, your retina and the way you use your vision every day — not the one that is most advertised. Technology supports the decision; it never replaces the clinical evaluation.
Dr. Amit Mishra
Senior Consultant — Cataract, Refractive & Glaucoma. MBBS, MS (Ophthalmology) · Experience: 25+ Years of Ophthalmology
Advanced eye care is a balance of proven surgical technique and ongoing learning. Every patient deserves a careful evaluation, a clear explanation of options and a treatment plan built around their individual vision and eye health.
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