Young Indians Losing Sight to Diabetes: Experts Stress Urgent Eye Screening

• Vision loss from diabetes is a growing concern in India, increasingly affecting younger, working-age individuals.
• India has over 101 million adults with diabetes; this number could exceed 130 million by 2045.
• Diabetic retinopathy, a silent condition, damages retinal blood vessels due to high blood sugar, often without early symptoms.
• A staggering 85% of diabetics are unaware of vision risks and haven't had a retinal exam, leading to late diagnosis.
• Experts like Dr Mahesh G emphasize annual comprehensive retinal examinations for all diabetics to prevent irreversible vision loss.