Eye care in Diabetes & CSLC CAP

Preserving Your Sight: Essential Eye Care in Diabetes and Clinically Supported Lifestyle Correction (Based on Dr. Jolly Thomson’s Approach)

Diabetes, both Type 1 and Type 2, can have a profound impact on various organs, and the eyes are particularly vulnerable. Diabetic eye disease is a leading cause of preventable blindness in adults, including in Kerala. However, with proactive management and diligent eye care, severe vision loss can often be prevented. At LCC Hospital in Kochi, leveraging Clinically Supported Lifestyle Correction (Based on Dr. Jolly Thomson’s Approach), we emphasize the critical importance of comprehensive eye health for individuals living with diabetes.

Why Is Eye Care Crucial for Diabetics?

High blood sugar levels over time can damage the small blood vessels throughout the body, including those in the eyes. This damage can lead to several conditions, collectively known as diabetic eye disease:

• Diabetic Retinopathy: Damage to the blood vessels in the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye, potentially leading to vision loss if untreated.

• Diabetic Macular Edema (DME): Swelling in the macula, the central part of the retina responsible for sharp, detailed vision, causing blurred vision.

• Cataracts: Clouding of the eye’s lens, which is more common and can occur at an earlier age in people with diabetes.

• Glaucoma: A group of diseases that damage the optic nerve, often due to high pressure inside the eye. Diabetes can increase the risk of certain types of glaucoma.

Early detection and timely treatment are paramount to preserving vision.

Clinically Supported Lifestyle Correction (Based on Dr. Jolly Thomson’s Approach): Your Partner in Diabetic Eye Health

At LCC Hospital, our CSLC CAP (Clinically Supported Lifestyle Correction – Based on Dr. Jolly Thomson’s Approach) program is meticulously designed to empower individuals with diabetes to proactively manage their health, including vital eye care. This evidence-based program integrates specialized ophthalmic services with holistic diabetes management, focusing on medically supervised lifestyle changes to safeguard your vision.

Here’s how CSLC CAP provides invaluable support for eye care in diabetes:

• Optimized Diabetes Management:
  • Blood Glucose Control: Close collaboration to achieve and maintain optimal blood sugar levels, which is the cornerstone of preventing and slowing diabetic eye disease.
  • Blood Pressure & Cholesterol Management: Guidance on managing these critical risk factors, which further impact eye health.

• Personalized Nutritional Plans:
  • Dietary strategies to support overall health and blood sugar control, directly impacting microvascular health in the eyes.

• Patient Education and Empowerment:
  • Detailed education on the link between diabetes and eye health, common eye conditions, and warning signs to look for.
  • Guidance on the importance of adherence to lifestyle recommendations.

Protecting Your Vision, Enhancing Your Life in Kochi

Your vision is precious, and for individuals with diabetes, vigilant eye care is not just recommended, it’s essential. At LCC Hospital, our CSLC CAP (Clinically Supported Lifestyle Correction – Based on Dr. Jolly Thomson’s Approach) program provides the expert care, cutting-edge diagnostics, and integrated support you need to protect your sight and live a full life with diabetes. Talk to doctor about how our CSLC CAP approach can safeguard your vision.