Why Diabetic Retinopathy Can Threaten Quality of Life

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Diabetic retinopathy develops silently without symptoms. Diabetic retinopathy, which can be slowed down, can become a threat to quality of life.

Dainik Bhaskar

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Diabetes, which is rapidly spreading in India, is now posing a significant threat to people's eyesight. The prevalence of diabetes among adults in the country has reached 10 to 11 percent. 15 to 20 percent of diabetic patients are suffering from a serious condition called diabetic retinopathy, which can lead to complete blindness if not treated promptly. In response to this threat, GSVM Medical College and SightSavers have jointly launched the "…