Diabetes silently damages your retina. Regular screening can prevent blindness.
Diabetic retinopathy is the leading cause of new blindness in working-age adults. The tragedy is that it is largely preventable with regular screening and timely treatment.
How Diabetes Damages the Eye High blood sugar damages the tiny blood vessels of the retina. Early damage (non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy – NPDR) may cause no symptoms. As it progresses, abnormal vessels grow (proliferative diabetic retinopathy – PDR) and can cause sudden vision loss.
Diabetic Macular Oedema (DMO) Fluid can leak into the central retina (macula), causing blurred central vision. This is now treatable with Anti-VEGF injections.
Who Should Be Screened? - Every diabetic should have a dilated fundus examination at least once a year - Those with diabetic retinopathy need 3–6 monthly follow-ups - Pregnant diabetics need early and frequent screening
Warning Signs - Blurred or fluctuating vision - Dark spots or floaters - Difficulty seeing colours - Sudden vision loss
Treatment Options at DSSEH - Laser photocoagulation - Intravitreal Anti-VEGF injections (Avastin, Lucentis, Eylea) - Pars plana vitrectomy for advanced PDR
Do not wait for symptoms. Book your diabetic eye screening today.
Have eye concerns? See a specialist.
Book an appointment at DSSEH — ECHS & cashless insurance panels available.
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Published 5 March 2026