Diabetic Eye Care

Diabetes can quietly damage the retina long before you notice any change in vision. Regular screening catches diabetic retinopathy early — when it is far more manageable — and timely treatment helps protect your sight.

Stay ahead of diabetic retinopathy

Persistently high blood sugar damages the tiny blood vessels in the retina, causing diabetic retinopathy. In its early stages it has no symptoms at all — yet it is one of the leading causes of preventable sight loss. By the time vision blurs, significant damage may already be done.

That is why every person with diabetes should have their eyes screened regularly, even if their vision feels fine. At Vishal Eye Center we carry out dilated retinal screening, monitor changes over time, and treat with laser or injections when needed.

Diabetic retinal screening and examination at Vishal Eye Center

What's included

Your care at a glance

Dilated screening

A thorough look at the retina to spot early diabetic changes.

Laser treatment

Targeted laser to seal leaking vessels and protect the retina.

Injection therapy

Anti-VEGF injections for diabetic macular oedema when required.

Close examination of the retina during diabetic eye screening at Vishal Eye Center, Jagadhri

How diabetes affects the eyes

Raised sugar weakens retinal blood vessels, which can leak fluid or bleed. Left unchecked, this leads to diabetic macular oedema (swelling of central vision) and, in advanced cases, growth of fragile new vessels that can cause bleeding and retinal detachment. Early stages are silent — which is what makes screening so valuable.

How often should you be screened?

Most people with diabetes: at least once a year with a dilated retinal exam.
Sooner if you notice any change in vision, floaters or blurring.
More frequently if retinopathy is already present, as advised by Dr. Sharma.

Working alongside your diabetes control

Good control of blood sugar, blood pressure and cholesterol is the foundation of protecting your eyes. Our screening and treatment work hand-in-hand with your physician's care — catching and treating retinal changes early while you manage diabetes overall.

FAQ

Questions about diabetic eye care

I'm diabetic but my vision is fine — do I still need a check?

Yes, absolutely. Early diabetic retinopathy has no symptoms, so vision can feel perfectly normal while damage is beginning. A yearly dilated screening is the best way to catch it in time.

Does the screening involve dilating my eyes?

Usually yes — drops widen the pupil so we can examine the whole retina. Your near vision may be blurry and light-sensitive for a few hours, so bring sunglasses and ideally someone to accompany you.

Can diabetic eye damage be reversed?

Early changes can often be stabilised and further damage prevented with treatment and good diabetes control. Advanced damage is harder to reverse, which is why early detection matters so much.

What treatments are available?

Depending on the stage, we use targeted laser to seal leaking vessels, or intravitreal injections for macular swelling. In advanced cases, vitreoretinal surgery may be needed — all available here.

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Book your consultation

Talk to Dr. Vishal Rajan Sharma about diabetic eye care. We'll assess your eyes and explain your options clearly — no pressure, just honest advice.

Book Appointment Call 083979 04343