Advanced Retina Care for Clarity of Vision and Healthy Eyes Throughout Life
The retina is one of the essential components of your eye. It helps you to see the world around you, recognize people, read, drive, and perform various daily tasks. At Akashdeep Netralay, we offer our patients advanced retina care utilizing state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment, modern therapeutic approaches, and personalized care to assist you with preserving good eyesight.
Our highly skilled retina specialists strive to identify, diagnose, treat and manage any eye conditions affecting the retina. Be it visual disturbances, diabetes mellitus, risk of retinal disease, or maintenance of good ocular health, retina care offered at our clinic will give you an opportunity to keep your eyes healthy.
What Is the Retina?
The retina is a thin layer of photoreceptive cells located at the back part of the eye. Like a digital camera sensor, it receives light rays and sends them to the brain via the optic nerve as a series of electrical impulses. Then, the brain translates them into images.
Since the retina provides you with vision, even minimal damage done to it can have a considerable impact on your ability to see properly.
Why Is Retina Care Important?
A large number of retinal pathologies tend to progress slowly without causing any signs and symptoms at the beginning stages. Only after a certain period of time when vision problems appear, a person can realize that he/she experiences serious retinal damage.
Regular retina exams will allow us to:
- Detect retinal abnormalities at early stages
- Eliminate avoidable vision problems
- Monitor ocular health
- Control diabetic eye complications
- Diagnose age-related retinal disorders
- Secure better therapy results by implementing early intervention
We believe that preventive eye care is always better than treatment, that is why we strongly recommend our patients to undergo regular retinal checks-up.
Some of Retinal Diseases We Diagnose and Manage
Diabetic Retinopathy
Diabetic retinopathy is a frequent cause of vision loss in adults. This eye disorder develops due to elevated blood glucose that harms retinal blood vessels causing leakage, bleeding, edema and vision disorders.
Possible symptoms may include:
- Blurred eyesight
- Floaters
- Dark spots
- Difficulties with night vision
- Vision impairment
Regular retinal check-ups are recommended for all diabetes patients.
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)
This type of degeneration impacts the macula which is found in the center part of the retina that enables clear central vision. AMD usually develops among older people starting at the age of 50.
Symptoms:
- Distorted vision
- Having trouble reading
- Loss of central vision
- Difficulties recognizing faces
Diagnosis may aid in slowing down the disease and protecting one’s sight.
Retinal Detachment
The occurrence of separation of the retina from the back of the eye marks the onset of retinal detachment. This eye emergency should be taken seriously.
Signs of retinal detachment are:
- Flashes of light
- The development of new floaters
- The appearance of shadows or curtains before the eyes
- Sudden vision loss
Immediate treatment may save one’s sight.
Macular Edema
Macular edema is caused by fluid retention in the macula. The condition may impair one’s central vision.
Retinal Vein Occlusion
This occurs because the veins are unable to carry out their function of removing blood from the eye thus causing blood leakage and swelling.
Retinitis Pigmentosa
Retinal condition that develops slowly with time affecting mainly the peripheral vision and night blindness.
Central Serous Retinopathy (CSR)
In CSR, fluid builds up between the retina and macula resulting in blurred or distorted vision.
Retinal Holes and Tears
Tears of the retina can lead to detachment. The good news is they can be detected early enough and laser treatments applied.
When to Have Your Retina Examined?
Eye checkup can prove to be very beneficial to everyone. Some groups of patients have increased risks of retinal problems. You ought to be among those who get retinal examinations regularly if:
- You suffer from diabetes
- You have high blood pressure
- You are over the age of 40
- A history of retinal problems in your family
- You are experiencing flashes or floaters
- Your vision gets blurry or distorted
- You have high myopia
- You have had an eye surgery
- You have sudden vision changes
- Your immune system attacks your eyes
If you are pregnant and suffering from diabetes, consult with your eye doctor regarding retinal examination.
How Often Should You Get a Retina Examination?
The frequency of retinal examinations depends on your age, medical history, and risk factors.
General Guidelines
Healthy Adults
- Every 1–2 years
Adults Over 40
- Annually
People with Diabetes
- At least once every year
- More frequently if diabetic retinopathy is present
Patients with Retinal Disorders
- As recommended by the retina specialist
Individuals with High Myopia
- Annual retinal evaluations
People with Hypertension
- Regular retinal screenings as advised
Routine examinations help identify changes before symptoms develop.
Symptoms That Must Be Checked Immediately
See your eye doctor if you suffer from any of the following symptoms:
- Vision loss
- Flashing lights
- Floaters
- Distorted vision
- Blurred vision
- Dark spots
- Peripheral vision loss
- Reading difficulty
- Face recognition problems
- Dark curtains across vision
Getting prompt help might save your eyesight.
Latest Retina Diagnostic Systems at Akashdeep Netralay
At Akashdeep Netralay, we understand that precise diagnosis plays an important role in successful treatment. That’s why we make use of advanced retinal imaging and diagnostic techniques which let us detect retinal issues even at an early stage.
Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)
OCT is a non-invasive imaging method which enables us to obtain clear and high-quality images of the retina layers.
Advantages of OCT include:
- Early retinal diseases detection
- Treatment efficacy assessment
- Macular edema diagnosis
- AMD and diabetic retinopathy diagnosis
OCT Angiography (OCTA)
With OCTA, we can examine retina blood vessels without using any dye injections.
OCTA advantages include:
- Blood vessel abnormalities early detection
- Non-invasive imaging technique
- Better treatment monitoring
Fundus Photographs
High-quality fundus images of the retina give us more information about its state.
Fluorescein Angiography
Specialized imaging technique used to investigate retina blood circulation.
Wide-Field Retinal Imaging
With wide-field retinal imaging technique, we can obtain a wider picture of the retina and diagnose any diseases in the peripheral part of the retina.
Digital Retinal Examination
Thanks to advanced digital retinal examination techniques, we can assess the state of retina much faster, especially in diabetic patients.
Advanced Retina Treatment Services at Akashdeep Netralay
Our retina specialists will choose the right therapy for your condition based on scientific evidence.
Intravitreal Injections
Intravitreal injections are used to treat:
- Wet AMD
- Diabetic macular edema
- Retinal vein occlusion
- And other retinal diseases
These injections will help you decrease swelling.
Retinal Laser Treatment
Laser therapy is prescribed for:
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Retinal tears
- Retinal vascular disorders
It will help you avoid future complications.
Vitreo-Retinal Surgery
For the complicated cases, advanced vitreo-retinal surgery might be needed.
Vitreo-Retinal Surgery can be performed to treat:
- Retinal detachment
- Vitreous hemorrhage
- Macular hole
- Epiretinal membrane
Our doctors perform surgery using advanced micrometric techniques.
Diabetic Eye Disease Management
At Akashdeep Netralay, we offer diabetic retinal disease management program which includes:
- Screening examinations
- OCT monitoring
- Laser treatment
- Intravitreal injections
Reasons to Choose Akashdeep Netralay for Retina Care?
Experienced Retinal Specialists
Our skilled retinal specialists are experienced in treating many retinal diseases.
Use of the Latest Technology
We use only advanced diagnostic equipment for precise diagnoses and treatment results.
Tailored Treatment Regimen
Each patient is special. For this reason, we develop personalized treatment programs for each patient.
Convenient Eye Care
All retinal services are available at one address under the control of our doctors.
Focus on Early Detection
Some retinal problems can be successfully treated if diagnosed early enough. With our proactive attitude, you will not suffer irreparable damage.
Patient-Centered Approach
We inform our patients about their eye health and help them to make the right choice regarding treatment.
Most Frequently Asked Questions
What does the retina examination include?
Retina examination is the assessment of the condition of the back of your eye. Your pupils will probably need to be dilated for more details to be seen.
Is there any pain during retina screening?
No. Screening for retinal disorders is always done without discomfort.
Can retinal problems be treated successfully?
There are diseases that can be cured, but there are also those that can be controlled only. However, with an early diagnosis, the results are always much better.
How much time does retina examination take?
A thorough screening takes about 30 minutes, but it may last up to 1 hour.
hould people with diabetes have regular examinations of retina?
Indeed, diabetes affects retinal blood vessels even without causing obvious symptoms. We recommend yearly visits.
Are floaters dangerous? What are they?
Floaters look like little spots or web-like figures in your field of vision. Most of them are safe, but if their number increased suddenly, you need to be examined urgently.
What is the retinal detachment and how dangerous is it?
Detached retina needs urgent medical intervention as soon as possible.
Could my retina diseases lead to blindness?
Untreated retinal problems could result in blindness in the long run. It depends on the type of disorder, its severity and stage.
At what age should I start examining my retinas?
Adults should do regular checkups after 40 years old or even earlier. Those who suffer from such diseases as diabetes or high blood pressure are especially vulnerable.
Is OCT exam safe for me?
Yes, this method is completely safe and painless.
Care for Your Eyes With the Help of Experienced Doctors
Retina is an important part of your eye that you need to pay attention to regularly. If you have to visit us because of some retinal problem or just to get an annual examination, you will receive excellent care with the help of advanced technologies and professional specialists.
Make an appointment and preserve your vision for many years to come.
Akashdeep Netralay – Modern Retina Care. Early Diagnosis. Effective Treatments.