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- Group offers Free diabetic eye consultations for those above 50 years, till 30 Nov 2025.
Chandigarh, November 18, 2025: On the occasion of World Diabetes Day, Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital organized the World Diabetes Day – Diabetic Retinopathy Patient Summit today. This is the third such public awareness program organized by Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital, and this time it is a large-scale, multi-location public awareness program including Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Chandigarh, Srinagar, Trivandrum and several other cities across India. The hospital also extended Free eye consultations for people with diabetes till 30th November 2025. Additionally, all other patients can avail 50% off on consultation fees during this period. For Registration 9594904877
In India, Diabetic Retinopathy is estimated to affect nearly 3 million people living with diabetes, with poor glycemic control being one of the key contributing factors. High level of blood sugar over a prolonged duration will affect the blood vessels in our eyes, causing them to bulge and bleed which in turn cause damage to the retina and optic nerves, sometimes leading to retinal detachment.
Uncontrolled diabetes often affects the blood vessels in our eyes, and will lead to compromising the patients’ vision gradually. Hence, the symptoms most of the time are not readily apparent and the patient comes to the hospital, often at a very advanced stage. Only a detailed clinical examination can diagnose the extent of damage.
There are now several clinical options available for patients like laser therapy to repair damaged vessels, targeted eye injections to curb inflammation and vessel growth, and surgical procedures to replace the vitreous gel and restore retinal alignment in severe cases.
Early detection through routine eye check-ups can make a major difference in how effectively one can prevent or manage diabetes-related complications. Simple lifestyle adjustments can go a long way in preventing Type 2 diabetes or delaying its progression. Regularly tracking blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol, coupled with a healthy diet, consistent physical activity, and stress management, helps individuals maintain good health and safeguard their vision from diabetes-induced damage.
Dr Parveen Sen, Senior Consultant Opthalmologist remarked, “While treatment options for diabetic retinopathy do exist, prevention is always the safer and more effective approach. That’s exactly why we conduct these patient summits—to educate the public about preventable eye disorders. Through this public awareness initiative, we aim to help individuals understand how diabetes can harm their vision and empower them to make informed decisions about their eye health and treatment options.”
With millions of Indians living with diabetes, the campaign reinforces a simple yet powerful message: “Diabetes silently affects vision, regular eye check-ups are crucial, especially for those over 50. Early detection can save sight.”
