Condition
Diabetic Retinopathy
Retinal screening & injections for diabetic eye disease.
About this Condition
Diabetic retinopathy (DR) occurs when elevated blood sugar damages the tiny blood vessels of the retina. It progresses silently — often with no symptoms until advanced stages. At Clarity Vision & Retina Center, we offer comprehensive DR screening, laser photocoagulation, anti-VEGF injections, and surgical management for vitreous haemorrhage and tractional retinal detachment.
Signs & Symptoms
Blurred or fluctuating vision
Floaters (spots or strings in vision)
Dark or empty areas in vision
Difficulty reading
Poor night vision
Sudden vision loss (advanced stage)
Causes & Risk Factors
- Uncontrolled blood sugar over many years
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Long duration of diabetes (10+ years)
- Pregnancy with pre-existing diabetes
Treatment Options
- 1
Retinal screening with dilated fundus examination
- 2
Fluorescein angiography (FFA) for vessel assessment
- 3
Laser photocoagulation for proliferative DR
- 4
Anti-VEGF injections (Avastin/Lucentis) for macular oedema
- 5
Vitrectomy for vitreous hemorrhage or tractional detachment
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should diabetics get eye checks?
All diabetic patients should have a dilated retinal examination at least once a year. If DR is detected, more frequent reviews (every 3–6 months) are recommended.
Can diabetic retinopathy be reversed?
Early stages can stabilize with good sugar control. Advanced stages cannot be fully reversed but can be treated to prevent further vision loss.
Are anti-VEGF injections painful?
The procedure uses local anaesthetic drops. Most patients feel only mild pressure. The injection takes less than a minute.
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