Diabetes in eye : What you should KNOW: Diabetic Retinopathy

Do I have Diabetes in eye ?

If you are a known diabetic or you have uncontrolled blood sugar which is recently detected then you may get Diabetes in your eyes.

How can I find out if my eyes have diabetes?

Diabetes affects retina ( back part of your eye) which is not visible to you. When Diabetes affects your retina , the condition is called as Diabetic Retinopathy .It is caused by damage to the blood vessels in the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye.

So do I need to get my retina checked if I have diabetes?

Yes. Even if you have no symptoms you should get your retina checked periodically.Diabetes sometimes does not affect your vision until it reaches advanced stage.

What are the symptoms of diabetic Retinopathy

• Blurred or fluctuating vision

• Impaired color vision

• Dark or empty areas in your visual field

• Floaters (spots or dark strings floating in your vision)

• Difficulty seeing at night

Is there any treatment available ?

Early stages/Mild stage:

A: Control of Blood sugar

Moderate stage :

A: Control of blood sugar

B: Lasers

C: Injections

Severe/Advanced stage

A: Lasers

B: Injections

C: Surgery

Remember, early detection and timely treatment are crucial for preventing vision loss associated with diabetic retinopathy. If you have diabetes, make sure to schedule regular eye examinations with an eye care professional to monitor the health of your eyes.