DIABETIC RETINOPATHY
Diabetic Retinopathy - An Eye threatening disease for Diabetic patients!
10.1 crore people in India suffer from Diabetes and 13.6 crore are considered to be in the pre-diabetic stage as per a study by the Indian Council of Medical research. While diabetes in itself is a disease which causes serious discomfort and change to the patient’s lifestyle, it can also result in higher vulnerability and increase the chances of Diabetic Retinopathy.
If you or someone from your family is suffering from diabetes, please read on to know more about Diabetic Retinopathy!
HYPERTENSIVE RETINOPATHY
Effects of prolonged high blood pressure – Hypertensive Retinopathy!
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!
HIGH CHOLESTEROL
High Cholesterol - Life-threatening and eye-threatening for the patients!
High cholesterol is one of the leading causes behind heart attacks and strokes in middle-aged and elderly individuals. While you may be aware of the potential effects of high cholesterol to your heart, you may not be aware of its potential effects on your vision. High cholesterol can lead to vision threatening diseases such as “Retinal Vein Occlusion” and “Arcus Senilis” and read on to know more about the impact of high cholesterol on your eyes!