Can diabetic retinopathy be reversed?

Existing damage is generally not reversible, but timely treatment and blood sugar control can stop or slow further progression.

What happens if diabetic retinopathy is advanced?

Advanced cases are referred to a visiting retina consultant for treatments such as laser or injections, which are coordinated through the clinic.

Will my vision be blurry after the eye check?

Yes, temporarily, due to the dilating drops used for a thorough retina examination. It usually resolves within a few hours.

How soon can I return to normal activities after diabetic eye care?

Recovery varies with the individual and the extent of treatment. Dr. Dipti V. Murkute (Pansare) gives you a written recovery and follow-up plan after the procedure, and reviews progress at each scheduled visit.

Where can I get help for diabetic eye care in Kharadi, Pune?

Dr. Murkute's O2 Bone & Eye Care Clinic at City Vista, Fountain Road, Kharadi, Pune 411014 sees patients for diabetic eye care Monday to Saturday, 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Call or WhatsApp 070303 11311 to book; patients from Viman Nagar, Wagholi, Chandan Nagar and Kalyani Nagar visit regularly.

Diabetic Eye Care

Short answer: Diabetes can affect the retina, lens and other parts of the eye over time. Diabetic eye care involves regular screening to detect changes early, since diabetic retinopathy can progress without noticeable symptoms.

Type: Screening and management of diabetes-related eye changes
Main risk: Diabetic retinopathy, a leading cause of preventable blindness
Main tests: Dilated fundus examination, fundus photography
Recommended frequency: At least once a year, or as advised based on findings

Overview

Long-standing or poorly controlled diabetes can damage the tiny blood vessels of the retina, a condition called diabetic retinopathy. It can also accelerate cataract formation and, in some cases, affect eye pressure.

Diabetic retinopathy often has no symptoms in its early stages, which is why annual dilated eye examination is recommended for everyone with diabetes, regardless of how their vision feels.

Who It Is For

All patients diagnosed with type 1 or type 2 diabetes
Patients with fluctuating or poorly controlled blood sugar
Pregnant women with diabetes (gestational or pre-existing)
Patients already diagnosed with diabetic retinopathy needing monitoring

Preparation

Eye drops are used to dilate the pupil for a thorough retina examination, so vision may be blurred for a few hours afterward — arranging transport is advisable.

Procedure / How It Works

Vision testing and slit lamp examination
Pupil dilation followed by detailed retina evaluation
Fundus photography with the Remidio fundus camera to document and track retinal changes
Referral to a visiting retina consultant for advanced diabetic retinopathy requiring laser or injection treatment

Benefits

Early detection of retinal changes before vision is affected
Objective photographic record to track progression over time
Timely referral for advanced treatment when needed

Aftercare

Maintain good blood sugar, blood pressure and cholesterol control
Attend annual (or more frequent, if advised) dilated eye examinations
Report any sudden blurring, floaters or flashes promptly

Risks / Possible Complications

Diabetic retinopathy can progress silently to advanced stages if screening is skipped
Advanced disease can lead to bleeding inside the eye or retinal detachment, needing specialised retina treatment

Expected Outcomes

With regular screening and good diabetes control, most patients avoid severe vision loss. When retinopathy is detected, timely referral for laser or injection treatment with the visiting retina consultant significantly improves outcomes.

Cost Factors

Cost depends on the diagnosis, the tests required, the technology or implant chosen and the length of treatment or follow-up.

The clinic explains the full cost — tests, procedure and follow-up visits — before you agree to treatment. There are no hidden charges.

Insurance and cashless approval depend on your policy and the procedure; the front desk helps with the paperwork wherever a claim applies.

Call the clinic on 070303 11311 for current pricing and insurance details.

Technology Used

Remidio fundus camera for retinal imaging
Appasamy 3-step slit lamp with applanation tonometer
Optovue Revo OCT (rental basis) for detailed retinal layer assessment
Retina treatment coordinated with a visiting retina consultant

Why Choose Dr. Murkute's O2 Bone & Eye Care

Screening by Dr. Dipti Murkute (Pansare), MBBS, DNB Ophthalmology, FICO (UK)
On-site fundus photography for accurate documentation
Coordinated referral pathway to a visiting retina consultant when needed
Convenient Kharadi location for patients across East Pune

Questions patients ask

Why do diabetics need regular eye checks?
Diabetes can silently damage retinal blood vessels (diabetic retinopathy), often without symptoms until vision is already affected, so annual screening is essential.
How often should a diabetic get an eye exam?
At least once a year, or more frequently if retinopathy or other changes are already present.
Does diabetes affect cataract too?
Yes, diabetes can cause cataract to develop earlier than usual and can make eyes more prone to fluctuating vision with blood sugar changes.
Is dilation necessary for diabetic eye checks?
Yes, pupil dilation allows a thorough view of the retina, which is essential to detect early diabetic retinopathy changes.
Where can I get diabetic eye screening in Kharadi, Pune?
At Dr. Murkute's O2 Bone & Eye Care, Office No. 18, 1st Floor, A Building, City Vista, Fountain Road, Kharadi, Pune 411014. Call 070303 11311.

References

This page is general medical information reviewed by the treating specialist at Dr. Murkute's O2 Bone & Eye Care and is not a substitute for a personal consultation.

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Dr. Dipti V. Murkute (Pansare)

Consultant Ophthalmologist & Anterior Segment Surgeon

Degrees: MBBS, DNB (Ophthal), FICO (UK)
Fellowship: Fellowship in Phacoemulsification · Fellowship in Cornea & Refractive Surgery
Registration: 2004/03/1432
Experience: Overall experience since 1998 · Specialty practice since 2005

Areas of expertise

Cataract & anterior segment surgery
Cornea care
Dry eye management
Glaucoma evaluation
Diabetic eye screening
Children's eye care

Dr. Dipti V. Murkute (Pansare) is a Consultant Ophthalmologist and Anterior Segment Surgeon at Dr. Murkute's O2 Bone & Eye Care Clinic, Kharadi, Pune. She graduated from Government Medical College, Miraj, and completed her DNB in Ophthalmology at the prestigious Shankara Eye Institute, Coimbatore. She is a Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology (UK) and has completed fellowships in Phacoemulsification and in Cornea & Refractive Surgery. With overall medical experience since 1998, specialty practice since 2005 and more than 5,000 eye surgeries to her credit, her practice focuses on cataract and anterior segment surgery, corneal and refractive care, dry eye management, glaucoma evaluation and routine eye health screening.

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Cataract surgery — both eyes

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Cataract surgery — left eye

“My left-eye cataract surgery was done last Saturday by Dr. Dipti Madam. It was carried out excellently and I am not having any kind of discomfort.”

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“My earlier eye surgery went well and this second one has gone just as well. There was no pain and no trouble afterwards — I felt really good having the surgery done here.”

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