Retinal diseases vary widely, and most of them cause visual symptoms. Retinal diseases can affect any part of your retina, a thin layer of tissue on the back wall of your eye.
The retina contains millions of light-sensitive cells (rods and cones) and other nerve cells that receive and organize visual information. Your retina sends this information to your brain through your optic nerve, enabling you to see.
Since India is the diabetic capital of the world, Diabetic retinopathy is very common. It can vary from mild to very severe types of retinopathy which can eventually lead to retinal detachment and blindness. Hence it is imperative that all diabetic patients must have annual eye checkups to keep the disease in check. Most retinal disease can be treated with laser therapy or intravitreal injections. These injections are given in the eye. Some patients may require more than 1 injection. When performed with the correct technique, they offer dramatic improvements to your vision. Dr Gargi Merchant has performed countless injections effectively. Schedule an appointment with us to know more about the latest drugs available for intravitreal injections.