Diabetic Retinopathy

Diabetic Retinopathy is a diabetes-related eye disease that affects the blood vessels of the retina, which is the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye responsible for vision. High blood sugar levels can damage these blood vessels over time, causing them to leak, swell, or close off completely.

Diabetic Retinopathy is one of the leading causes of vision loss in adults, but early detection and treatment can help prevent permanent damage.

Symptoms may include:​​​​​​​

Diabetic Retinopathy may also lead to Diabetic Macular Edema (DME), which occurs when fluid builds up in the macula and affects central vision.

People with diabetes should have regular dilated retinal examinations, even if their vision seems normal.

Blood Sugar and Blood Pressure Control: Managing diabetes, blood pressure, and cholesterol is extremely important to help slow retinal damage.

Anti-VEGF Injections: Medications injected into the eye may help reduce swelling and abnormal blood vessel growth.

Laser Treatments: Laser therapy may be used to reduce leaking blood vessels and help prevent further retinal damage.

Vitrectomy Surgery: In advanced cases, surgery may be required to remove blood or scar tissue from inside the eye.

At our clinic, we perform comprehensive diabetic eye examinations using advanced retinal imaging technology to monitor retinal health and help protect long-term vision.