Question 1

Why Am I Seeing Flashes of Light in My Eye?

Accepted Answer

Flashes of light (aankhon ke saamne chamak dikhna) can indicate posterior vitreous detachment, retinal tear, or early retinal detachment. While PVD is common with aging, new flashes require immediate dilated retinal examination by a retina specialist Mumbai like Dr. Jignesh Gala to rule out retinal tears.

Question 2

What Causes Black Spots Floating in Vision?

Accepted Answer

Black spots or floaters (aankhon mein kale dhabbe) are usually harmless collagen fibers in the vitreous gel. However, a sudden increase in floaters—especially with flashes—can signal a retinal tear or blood in retina treatment needs from diabetic bleeding. Don't ignore sudden changes.

Question 3

Can Diabetes Cause Blindness?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Diabetes is a leading cause of preventable blindness worldwide. Uncontrolled diabetes damages retinal blood vessels, causing leakage, swelling, and abnormal new vessel growth. However, with regular screening and timely eye injection for diabetes or laser treatment, blindness is largely preventable.

Question 4

Sudden Loss of Vision: When Should You See an Eye Doctor?

Accepted Answer

Achanak nazar kam hona (sudden loss of vision) is always an emergency. Whether caused by retinal detachment, vitreous hemorrhage, retinal vein occlusion, or macular edema, same-day evaluation is critical. Crystal Clear Eye Clinic offers urgent slots for sudden vision loss during clinic hours.

Question 5

What Is an Eye Injection and Why Is It Needed?

Accepted Answer

Aankhon mein injection (eye injection) delivers medication directly to the retina. It's needed when diabetes causes swelling (macular edema) or abnormal blood vessel growth that threatens vision. The procedure takes 5–10 minutes, uses topical anesthesia, and is performed in the clinic by Dr. Jignesh Gala.

Question 6

Premature Baby Eye Screening: When Should It Be Done?

Accepted Answer

Premature babies born before 32 weeks or under 1,750g need their first ROP screening between 30–34 weeks postmenstrual age. Dr. Jignesh Gala accepts referrals from NICUs across western Mumbai and has performed 300+ ROP laser and injection procedures in infants.

Question 7

Why Do I See a Curtain or Shadow in My Vision?

Accepted Answer

A curtain over vision is the classic symptom of retinal detachment—a medical emergency. The retina has separated from its nourishing layer, and without urgent retina surgery Mumbai, permanent vision loss occurs within hours to days. Call Dr. Jignesh Gala immediately for same-day evaluation.

Question 8

Are Floaters Dangerous?

Accepted Answer

Most floaters are harmless and become less noticeable over time. However, new floaters—especially with flashes or a curtain effect—are dangerous and require immediate retinal examination. At Crystal Clear Eye Clinic, Dr. Gala uses indirect ophthalmoscopy and OCT to determine if your floaters are benign or a sign of retinal damage.