AN INITIATIVE BY SHANKAR JYOTI NETRALAYA
Save Sight
from Diabetes
Diabetes can silently damage your eyes. Early screening can prevent vision loss — before it’s too late.
✓ Affordable Screening
✓ Expert Retina Care
✓ Serving Bihar Since Decades
6 Million+
Diabetics in Bihar
1 in 3
Diabetics Develop Eye Complications
90%
Blindness Cases Are Preventable
10–15%
Actually Get Regular Eye Screening
ABOUT THE INITIATIVE
Fighting Avoidable Blindness in Bihar
Save Sight from Diabetes is a dedicated initiative by Shankar Jyoti Netralaya to spread awareness about diabetic eye diseases and prevent avoidable blindness in Bihar.
Our mission is to promote early detection through regular diabetic eye screening and expert retina care — reaching communities across Bihar who may not yet know that their vision is at risk.
Our Mission
Promote early detection and prevent avoidable vision loss across Bihar.
Our Approach
Regular screening camps, community outreach, and expert retina care at Shankar Jyoti Netralaya.
WHY IT MATTERS
How Diabetes Silently Destroys Your Vision
Diabetes affects the tiny blood vessels of the retina, leading to conditions like diabetic retinopathy and macular edema. These conditions often develop silently — no pain, no obvious symptoms — and can cause permanent, irreversible vision loss if not detected early.
- High blood sugar damages retinal blood vessels
- Blood leaks and swelling develop in the retina
- Reduced oxygen supply to retinal tissue
- Abnormal blood vessel growth accelerates damage
WHY YOU SHOULD CARE
Awareness Is Your First Line of Defence
Diabetes can damage your eyes silently, often without any early warning signs. By the time symptoms appear, vision loss may already be serious or permanent. Awareness helps people take action before it’s too late.
You Understand the Full Risk
Diabetes affects not just blood sugar, but also eyesight. Understanding this connection is the first step to protecting your vision.
You Don't Ignore Small Changes
Blurry vision, floaters, or difficulty seeing at night are warning signs. Awareness helps you act on early signals rather than dismiss them.
You Screen Regularly — Even When Fine
Going for regular eye screening even when vision feels normal is the most powerful thing a diabetic patient can do to protect their sight.
SYMPTOMS, RISKS & PREVENTION
What to Watch For — And How to Stay Safe
Warning Signs
Symptoms you should never ignore
- Blurred or fluctuating vision
- Black spots or floaters
- Difficulty in night vision
- Sudden vision loss
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Increased risk of Cataract & Glaucoma
Prevention & Precautions
Steps every diabetic patient must take
- Maintain controlled blood sugar levels
- Regular diabetic eye screening (6–12 months)
- Healthy diet and lifestyle
- Blood pressure control
- Timely consultation with an eye specialist
Why Regular Screening
The importance of catching problems early
Most diabetic eye diseases show no early symptoms. Regular retina screening helps detect problems early and prevent irreversible blindness — before vision loss has already begun.
THE CRISIS IN BIHAR
Diabetes & Eye Health in Bihar
In Bihar, an estimated 6 million people are living with diabetes, and the number continues to rise. Studies suggest that nearly 15–20% of diabetic patients may develop diabetic retinopathy — a serious condition that can cause vision loss.
Yet only 10–15% of people undergo regular diabetic eye screening, resulting in delayed diagnosis and increased risk of blindness.
This highlights a critical gap in awareness and underscores the importance of timely eye checkups and early detection in preventing diabetes-related vision loss.
SHANKAR JYOTI NETRALAYA, PATNA
Why Choose Shankar Jyoti Netralaya?
Advanced retina care for diabetic patients — trusted by diabetologists across Bihar.
Advanced Retina Imaging
State-of-the-art EIDON and OCT imaging for precise retinal assessment and early disease detection.
EIDONOCT
Retina Specialist Care
Every patient is evaluated by a dedicated retina specialist — not a general ophthalmologist. Expert eyes on every case.
Complete Treatment Under One Roof
- Intravitreal Injections (Anti-VEGF)
- Retinal Laser Treatment
- Vitreoretinal Surgery
Trusted by Diabetologists Across Bihar
Physicians and diabetologists across Patna and Bihar routinely refer their patients to us for trusted retina care.
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Treatment Modalities
7 Days
Open Every Week
FOR DOCTORS & DIAGNOSTIC LABS
Partner With Us for
Diabetic Eye Care
As a diabetologist, physician, or diagnostic lab, you play a critical role in preventing avoidable vision loss. Diabetes is one of the leading causes of vision impairment — and many patients remain asymptomatic in the early stages, making timely referral essential.
Why Refer for Retina Screening?
- Early-stage retinopathy often shows no visible symptoms
- Delayed diagnosis can lead to irreversible vision loss
- Routine screening enables early detection and timely intervention
A simple referral today can protect your patient’s vision for life.
OUR COLLABORATIVE APPROACH
We work closely with referring doctors & labs to ensure:
Priority screening for referred patients
Detailed retina evaluation with advanced diagnostics
Timely reporting & feedback for continuity of care
Seamless coordination with your treatment plan
To set up a referral arrangement or request printed referral slips for your clinic, contact us at +91 92637 43859
DON’T WAIT UNTIL IT’S TOO LATE
Book Your Diabetic Eye Screening Today
At Shankar Jyoti Netralaya, Patna — Early detection can save your eyesight. Many people in Bihar are unaware that diabetes can lead to blindness. Regular eye checkups can save your vision before it’s too late.
Address: Shankar Jyoti Netralaya, Arya Kumar Rd, near dinkar golamber, Rajendra Nagar, Patna, Bihar 800016
Call: +91 92637 43859