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Diabetic retinopathy: Symptoms, diagnosis and treatment in Turkey 2026

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Diabetes, a modern pandemic, affects millions of people worldwide. This metabolic disease manifests itself as a persistent rise in blood glucose levels due to insufficient insulin production or cell resistance to this hormone. Although a genetic predisposition may favor its onset, environmental factors such as an unbalanced diet and lack of physical activity are major triggers.

Diabetes is a chronic disease that, over time, can cause serious damage to many organs, including the eyes. Diabetic retinopathy, a common complication, is a leading cause of blindness in adults.

Risks and Side Effects

  • Bleeding during medication injections or surgery.
  • Retinal detachment.
  • Increased intraocular pressure.
  • Worsening of macular edema.
  • Cataract formation.
  • Loss of vision.

Treatment of diabetic retinopathy: Prices in Turkey

The cost of diabetic retinopathy treatment depends on the severity of the disease and the patient's case. With Turquie Santé, you'll be treated at the best eye clinics in Turkey. Our patients benefit from world-class medical expertise, affordable costs and state-of-the-art healthcare facilities. 

Turquie Santé is here to make the whole process easier, from booking your appointment to returning home. Don't hesitate to ask for a quote and detailed information about your case - our specialists are here to help.

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Istanbul, Turkey
Doç. Dr. Muhammed Nurullah BULUT

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Istanbul, Turkey
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Diabetic retinopathy and pathophysiology

Diabetic retinopathy is an eye disease commonly caused by diabetes. It is characterized by damage to the capillaries of the retina. If left untreated, it can lead to serious consequences such as blindness and vision loss.

The severity of the disease is related to certain causes that change it from a non-proliferative to a proliferative retinopathy. These include:

Non-proliferative retinopathy Vs proliferative retinopathy

SpecificationsNon-proliferative retinopathyProliferative retinopathy
Disease stageFirst stage of diabetic retinopathy.Advanced stage of diabetic retinopathy.
CauseFat and protein deposits in retinal blood vessels.Formation of new, abnormal blood vessels in the retina.
Funduscopic examinationYellow or white patches on the retina.Choroidal neovessels.
TreatmentTreatment of hyperglycemia, laser or surgery.Laser, intravitreal injections, surgery.
PrognosisRisk of irreversible vision loss.Risk of blindness, vitreous hemorrhage, retinal detachment, risk of neovascular glaucoma.

Diagnosis of diabetic retinopathy

The diagnosis of diabetic retinopathy requires several essential examinations:

These tests allow us to detect retinal abnormalities, classify the severity of retinopathy, assess its extent, and plan appropriate treatment.

The severity of this diabetic complication depends on blood glucose and blood pressure control and the duration of diabetes.

Diabetic retinopathy symptoms

A fundoscopic examination at least once a year is necessary to detect the early signs of diabetic retinopathy. This is advisable because symptoms are not visible in the early stages of the disease. In addition, the symptoms of diabetic retinopathy vary depending on the severity and stage of the disease.

Symptoms of nonproliferative retinopathy

The primary visible symptoms are caused by macular edema. However, there are other signs of non-proliferative retinopathy, such as:

Other signs may appear later, such as:

Symptoms of proliferative retinopathy

The most obvious symptom of proliferative retinopathy is neovascularization. However, other signs can be seen and are often associated with retinal detachment or intravitreal hemorrhage. These signs include

Treatment of diabetic retinopathy in Turkey : Laser & surgery

The treatment of diabetic retinopathy in Turkey varies according to the progression and severity of the disease. In the early stages, when the disease is not advanced, immediate treatment is not required. Instead, patients are advised to monitor their blood glucose levels to slow the progression of the disease. Regular follow-up with an ophthalmologist is also recommended to determine the right time to start treatment.

In advanced stages, several types of treatment are available, including:

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