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What is an Diabetic Retinopathy?

Diabetic retinopathy is a condition that occurs when high levels of blood sugar damage the blood vessels in the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. Over time, this damage can lead to vision problems and even blindness. The risk factors for diabetic retinopathy include the duration of diabetes, poor blood sugar control, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol levels, heart disease, chronic kidney disease and kidney failure.

There are two stages of diabetes-related retinopathy:

Diabetes-related retinopathy symptoms can include:

Blurred or distorted vision
New color blindness or color vision changes (like colors looking faded or less vivid)
Night blindness (nyctalopia)
Eye floaters (myodesopsias) or streaks in your vision
Blind spots (scotomas)
Visual field defects
Low vision and vision loss

Diabetes causes increased blood sugar levels and can damage the insides of blood vessels throughout your body over time. When you have diabetes-related retinopathy, damaged blood vessels in your retina are trying to repair and reroute to avoid an interruption in blood supply. As a result, fragile new blood vessels grow on the surface of your retina. These new blood vessels can cause retinal detachments and bleeding into the vitreous, a gel-like fluid in your eye. The damaged blood vessels can also leak fluid into your retina, causing macular edema. This can cause blurry vision.

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Diagnosis:

Eye doctors can check for diabetic retinopathy as part of a dilated eye exam. The exam is simple and painless — your doctor will give you some eye drops to dilate (widen) your pupil and then check your eyes for diabetic retinopathy and other eye problems.

Those changes can include:

Cotton wool spots
Retinal hemorrhages (bleeding)
Microaneurysms (small blood vessels that bulge and burst)
Neovascularization of the eye
Macular edema
Retinal exudates (lipid deposits)
Abnormal-looking retinal blood vessels
Vitreous hemorrhage (bleeding into the gel-like fluid)

Homeopathy treatment and Management of Retinopathy:

Good control of diabetes is the most important part alongwith eye treatment

Homeopathic treatment for diabetic retinopathy offers several potential benefits, which can complement conventional medical approaches.

Homeopathy works with the body’s natural healing processes, stimulating the immune system and enhancing the body’s ability to heal itself. By addressing the root cause of the condition, rather than just masking the symptoms, homeopathic treatment aims to promote long-term health and vitality.

Homoeopathic medicine has a role to play in various stages of the ailment. It has remedies to see that the perfusion of the retina is improved with Lithium carb, Nux vomica and Gingko biloba. When changes are seen initially, phosphorus is one of the remedies that would help in preventing progression of the retinopathy changes in the blood vessels.

Arnica, Belladonna, Hamamellis, Apis, Millefolium, Lachesis, Crotalus horridus are few remedies that can relieve the inflammatory changes and see that the fine capillaries that tend to develop along the retina heal promptly, if there is any bleeding. Homoeopathic medicine is a perfect complementary medicine in this aspect.

Arnica Montana

Arnica is a well-known homeopathic remedy often indicated for eye conditions resulting from trauma or injury. In cases of diabetic retinopathy where there may be microtrauma to the delicate blood vessels in the eye due to the disease process, Arnica may help alleviate associated symptoms. Its anti-inflammatory properties can aid in reducing swelling and pain in the eye area, while its ability to improve blood circulation may facilitate the healing process. Individuals with diabetic retinopathy may benefit from Arnica particularly if they have experienced any form of physical injury to the eye or surrounding tissues.

Phosphorus

Phosphorus is another commonly used homeopathic remedy for diabetic retinopathy, especially in cases with vision disturbances such as flickering lights, black spots, or vision loss. These symptoms often stem from damage to the blood vessels and nerves in the retina from prolonged high blood sugar. Phosphorus is believed to have an affinity for the eyes and may help address retinal hemorrhages, bleeding, and associated symptoms. It is often recommended for individuals with diabetic retinopathy who experience visual disturbances along with weakness or exhaustion.

Crotalus Horridus

In diabetic retinopathy, where hemorrhages in the retina are common, Crotalus may be considered when there are symptoms such as profuse bleeding, dark spots or clouds in vision, and weakness or exhaustion. This remedy aims to improve blood circulation, resolve hemorrhages, reduce retinal swelling, support nerve health, enhance oxygen supply, and restore vitality to the affected eye tissues, promoting visual clarity and eye function while helping prevent further damage and supporting long-term retinal stability.

Apis mellifica

Apis is often used for conditions involving inflammation, swelling, and stinging pain. In diabetic retinopathy, Apis may be considered when there is significant swelling of the retina or surrounding tissues, accompanied by a sensation of burning or stinging in the eyes. Individuals with diabetic retinopathy who experience these symptoms, along with aggravation from heat and relief from cold applications, may find relief from Apis. This remedy aims to reduce inflammation and promote healing in affected eye tissues.

Though the above medicines are commonly used in the treatment of Retinopathy, it is essential to consult a qualified homeopath. Homeopathic medicines are prescribed after a thorough consultation, which includes a detailed assessment of the patient’s medical history, family history, past illnesses, and overall temperament. For the best results, please seek guidance from an experienced expert.

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Frequently Asked Questions

General Instruction for Taking Homeopathy Medicines

All homeopathic medicines are to be taken on or under the tongue & they should be allowed to dissolve completely.
Avoid any food item 5 minutes before & after taking the medicines. Water can be consumed.
Make sure that the mouth is devoid of any taste or smell when the medicine is to be taken.
The quantity of the medicines (pills) is not important but the frequent stimulation is the main criteria.

Is Homeopathy safe for all age groups?

All homeopathic medicines are to be taken on or under the tongue & they should be allowed to dissolve completely.
Avoid any food item 5 minutes before & after taking the medicines. Water can be consumed.
Make sure that the mouth is devoid of any taste or smell when the medicine is to be taken.
The quantity of the medicines (pills) is not important but the frequent stimulation is the main criteria.

Does Homeopathy work slowly?

All homeopathic medicines are to be taken on or under the tongue & they should be allowed to dissolve completely.
Avoid any food item 5 minutes before & after taking the medicines. Water can be consumed.
Make sure that the mouth is devoid of any taste or smell when the medicine is to be taken.
The quantity of the medicines (pills) is not important but the frequent stimulation is the main criteria.

Can Homeopathy be taken along with allopathic medicine?

All homeopathic medicines are to be taken on or under the tongue & they should be allowed to dissolve completely.
Avoid any food item 5 minutes before & after taking the medicines. Water can be consumed.
Make sure that the mouth is devoid of any taste or smell when the medicine is to be taken.
The quantity of the medicines (pills) is not important but the frequent stimulation is the main criteria.

Is Homeopathy just a placebo?

All homeopathic medicines are to be taken on or under the tongue & they should be allowed to dissolve completely.
Avoid any food item 5 minutes before & after taking the medicines. Water can be consumed.
Make sure that the mouth is devoid of any taste or smell when the medicine is to be taken.
The quantity of the medicines (pills) is not important but the frequent stimulation is the main criteria.

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