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January 26, 2024

HYPERTENSIVE RETINOPATHY

Effects of prolonged high blood pressure!

Over 18 crore people in India suffer from high blood pressure and almost 37 percent of these never even get diagnosed which in-turn increases the risk of underlying diseases. One of the critical conditions caused due to high blood pressure is hypertensive retinopathy. Hypertensive retinopathy can lead to partial or complete loss of vision if left untreated. Read on to know more about hypertensive retinopathy and how we can help you prevent it!

hTable of Contents:

  1. What is hypertensive retinopathy?

  2. What are the symptoms of hypertensive retinopathy?

  3. What are the risk factors associated with hypertensive retinopathy?

  4. How can we help you diagnose and treat your vision?

What is hypertensive retinopathy?

Hypertensive retinopathy is a condition wherein the retina gets damaged due to high blood pressure against the walls of arteries in the eyes. Fluctuations in the blood pressure for a long period can lead to interrupted flow to the retina. The primary concern with this condition is that the damage might occur across years and often go unnoticed. Treatment if not provided at the right time can lead to permanent damage to an individual’s vision.

What are the symptoms of hypertensive retinopathy?

Patients with hypertensive retinopathy may experience the following symptoms:

  1. Reduction in vision
  2. Swelling of the area around the eye
  3. Redness of eyes caused due to bursting of vessels in the eye.
  4. Headaches and instances of double vision.
 

What are the factors which lead to hypertensive retinopathy?

If you are suffering from the following conditions, you have a higher risk of developing hypertensive retinopathy:

  1. High blood pressure for a long time
  2. Heart related issues
  3. Diabetes
  4. Obesity

rHow can we help you diagnose and treat hypertensive Retinopathy?

With our state of the art technology and extensive tests we can help you diagnose hypertensive retinopathy at an early stage. Our mission is to ensure the safety of your vision and with our experienced doctors and diagnosticians we have the capability to do that. With our clear diagnosis and treatment plans we can provide you an opportunity to save your vision and avoid further complications. Feel free to reach out to us on 931-932-4949 to book a test at home.