Diabetic Retinopathy is a complication of diabetes mellitus where high blood sugar damages the tiny blood vessels in the retina, causing them to leak, bleed,or grow abnormally
Diabetes is a silent destroyer of vision. Diabetic Retinopathy is a complication of diabetes where high blood sugar damages the tiny blood vessels of the retina, causing them to leak, bleed, or grow abnormally. It is a leading cause of blindness in working-age adults, with rapidly increasing cases in Bihar.
The critical fact is that up to 95% of vision loss can be prevented with early detection and timely treatment. At Drishtikunj Netralaya, Danapur, Patna, retina specialist Dr. Kumar Nishant (FICO London) provides comprehensive screening, monitoring, and advanced treatment for all stages of diabetic eye disease.
Microaneurysms (small balloon-like swellings) in retinal blood vessels. No treatment required at this stage, but close monitoring every 6–12 months is essential.
Increased vascular leakage, haemorrhages, and blockages. Requires closer monitoring and may necessitate laser treatment or anti-VEGF injections to prevent progression to PDR.
Abnormal new blood vessels (neovascularisation) grow on the retina and into the vitreous – the most advanced stage. Can cause vitreous haemorrhage, tractional retinal detachment, and severe vision loss. Requires urgent treatment.
Diabetic Macular Oedema – fluid accumulation in the macula (central retina) – is the most common cause of visual impairment in diabetics. Causes blurred central vision, making reading and recognising faces difficult. Treated with anti-VEGF injections (Lucentis, Avastin, Eylea) and/or laser.
Every diabetic patient (Type 1 or Type 2) should have a dilated retinal examination at least once a year, even if they have no eye symptoms. At Drishtikunj Netralaya, Danapur, Patna, Dr. Kumar Nishant (FICO London) performs comprehensive diabetic eye screenings
with OCT and fundus photography.
Diabetic retinopathy cannot be reversed once it has caused damage, but it can be effectively controlled and vision loss prevented with timely treatment. Laser photocoagulation, anti-VEGF injections, and vitrectomy at Drishtikunj Netralaya, Patna, can halt progression and preserve useful vision.
Early diabetic retinopathy has NO symptoms – this is why annual screening is so important. As the disease progresses, symptoms include blurred or fluctuating vision, dark spots or floaters, washed-out colours, and difficulty reading. If you are diabetic and
experience any vision changes, contact Drishtikunj Netralaya, Patna immediately.
Yes. Drishtikunj Netralaya, Danapur, Patna offers anti-VEGF intravitreal injections (Avastin, Lucentis, Eylea) for Diabetic Macular Oedema (DMO) and proliferative diabetic retinopathy. These injections are administered by Dr. Kumar Nishant under sterile conditions and are among the most effective treatments for diabetic retinopathy.
Absolutely yes. Early and moderate diabetic retinopathy is completely asymptomatic – by the time you notice vision changes, significant damage may have already occurred. Annual dilated retinal examination at Drishtikunj Netralaya, Bailey Road, Danapur, Patna is essential
for every diabetic, regardless of how good their vision feels.
Diabetic retinopathy refers to all retinal changes caused by diabetes (microaneurysms, haemorrhages, new vessel growth). Diabetic Macular Oedema (DMO) is a specific complication where fluid leaks into the macula – the centre of the retina responsible for reading and detailed vision. Both conditions are evaluated and treated at Drishtikunj Netralaya, Patna.
