Screening and Laser Treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy (DR)

Screening and Laser Treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy (DR)

Description:

Screening for diabetic retinopathy involves regular eye exams to detect retinal changes caused by diabetes. Laser treatment is used to manage and treat the complications of DR by targeting abnormal blood vessels in the retina.

Symptoms:

Blurred or fluctuating vision, Dark or empty areas in vision, Difficulty seeing at night, Visual distortions.

Treatment:

Screening: Regular dilated eye exams to monitor for signs of retinopathy.
Laser Treatment: Focal or panretinal laser photocoagulation to reduce the risk of vision loss and manage blood vessel abnormalities.

Screening and Laser Treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy (DR)

Description:

Screening for diabetic retinopathy involves regular eye exams to detect retinal changes caused by diabetes. Laser treatment is used to manage and treat the complications of DR by targeting abnormal blood vessels in the retina.

Symptoms:

Blurred or fluctuating vision, Dark or empty areas in vision, Difficulty seeing at night, Visual distortions.

Treatment:

Screening: Regular dilated eye exams to monitor for signs of retinopathy.
Laser Treatment: Focal or panretinal laser photocoagulation to reduce the risk of vision loss and manage blood vessel abnormalities.