Retinal Vein Occlusion Treatment in Mumbai – Retina Specialist Dr Astha Jain

Dr Astha Jain retina specialist and vitreoretinal surgeon in Mumbai — Dr Astha Jain – Retina specialist and vitreoretinal surgeon at Peepal Eye & Retina Clinic in Chembur, Mumbai

What is Retinal Vein Occlusion?

Retinal vein occlusion is a condition in which one of the veins that carries blood away from the retina becomes blocked. The retina is the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye that plays a vital role in vision.

When a retinal vein becomes blocked, blood and fluid can leak into the retina, causing swelling and blurred vision.

At Peepal Eye & Retina Clinic in Chembur, Mumbai, retina specialist Dr Astha Jain provides advanced diagnosis and treatment for retinal vein occlusion and other retinal vascular diseases.

Types of Retinal Vein Occlusion

There are two main types of retinal vein occlusion.

Central Retinal Vein Occlusion (CRVO)

CRVO occurs when the main vein of the retina becomes blocked. This condition can cause sudden and significant vision loss.

Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion (BRVO)

BRVO occurs when one of the smaller branch veins in the retina becomes blocked. Vision loss may vary depending on the location of the blockage.

Both conditions require evaluation by a retina specialist for appropriate treatment.

Symptoms of Retinal Vein Occlusion

Common symptoms include:

• Sudden blurred vision
• Partial vision loss in one eye
• Distorted or hazy vision
• Dark spots or shadows in vision
• Sudden decrease in visual clarity

Some patients may notice gradual vision changes over time.

Causes and Risk Factors

Several health conditions increase the risk of retinal vein occlusion.

These include:

• High blood pressure
• Diabetes
• High cholesterol
• Glaucoma
• Smoking
• Age above 50 years

Regular eye examinations are important for people with these risk factors.

Diagnosis of Retinal Vein Occlusion

A retina specialist performs detailed retinal examination and imaging tests to confirm the diagnosis.

Tests may include:

• Dilated retina examination
• Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) scan
• Fundus photography
• Fluorescein angiography

These tests help determine the severity of retinal swelling and guide treatment.

Treatment for Retinal Vein Occlusion

Treatment focuses on reducing retinal swelling and preventing further vision loss.

Intravitreal Injections

Special medications injected into the eye help reduce swelling in the retina and improve vision.

You can learn more about this treatment here:

Intravitreal Injection for Retina Diseases

Retina Laser Treatment

Laser treatment may be used in some cases to stabilize the retina and prevent complications.

Monitoring and Follow-Up

Patients require regular retina monitoring to assess response to treatment and prevent further complications.

Why Choose Dr Astha Jain for Retina Treatment?

Dr Astha Jain is a leading eye surgeon in Mumbai specialising in cataract surgery, retina treatment and LASIK vision correction.

She has performed over 10,000 successful eye surgeries and is known for providing advanced eye care using modern surgical techniques.

Dr Astha Jain completed her MBBS from Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College (Sion Hospital), Mumbai and her MS in Ophthalmology from King George’s Medical College, Lucknow. She completed advanced Vitreoretinal Fellowship training from H. V. Desai Eye Hospital, one of India’s leading centers for retina care. She has also received prestigious recognitions including the JRD Tata Scholarship, Ratan Tata Scholarship, and the Prof. Yaso Tano Travel Grant.

She currently consults patients at Peepal Eye & Retina Clinic, where comprehensive eye care services including cataract surgery, retina treatment and LASIK surgery are available.

Her expertise includes:

• Retinal vein occlusion treatment
• Diabetic retinopathy treatment
• Macular degeneration treatment
• Retinal detachment surgery
• Intravitreal injections
• Vitreoretinal surgery

Dr Astha Jain author of Cutting Edge Vitreoretinal Surgery book and vitreoretinal surgeon — Dr Astha Jain holding her book Cutting Edge Vitreoretinal Surgery

She is also the author of the book on Retinal Surgery. To read more on the book click on “Cutting Edge Vitreoretinal Surgery.”

Retina Specialist in Chembur Mumbai

Peepal Eye & Retina Clinic provides advanced retina care for patients from:

Wadala, Chembur, Chunabhatti, Kurla, Tilak Nagar, Govandi, Mankhurd, Nehru Nagar, Deonar, Ghatkopar, Sion and Vashi Naka

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Patients experiencing sudden vision changes should seek early consultation with a retina specialist.

FAQs

Can retinal vein occlusion be treated?

Yes. Modern treatments such as intravitreal injections can reduce retinal swelling and help improve vision in many patients.

Is retinal vein occlusion permanent?

Some vision loss may be permanent, but early treatment can significantly improve outcomes.

Who is at risk of retinal vein occlusion?

People with high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, or glaucoma have a higher risk of developing retinal vein occlusion.

When should I see a retina specialist?

You should see a retina specialist immediately if you experience sudden blurred vision or vision loss in one eye.

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