Why Am I Seeing Flashes of Light in My Eye?

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.

What Causes Black Spots Floating in Vision?

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.

Can Diabetes Cause Blindness?

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.

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

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.

What Is an Eye Injection and Why Is It Needed?

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.

Premature Baby Eye Screening: When Should It Be Done?

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.

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

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.

Are Floaters Dangerous?

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.

What is Dr. Jignesh Gala's specialisation?

Dr. Jignesh Gala is a vitreoretinal and cataract surgeon with subspecialty training in Medical & Surgical Retina from L V Prasad Eye Institute, Hyderabad, including dedicated training in Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP). His clinical practice spans laser-assisted cataract surgery, vitreoretinal surgery, intravitreal anti-VEGF injections, ROP screening and treatment, glaucoma management, and LASIK refractive surgery.

Where did Dr. Gala train?

Dr. Gala completed his MBBS at Grant Medical College, Mumbai, DOMS at Seth G.S. Medical College & KEM Hospital, Mumbai, and dual fellowships at L V Prasad Eye Institute, Hyderabad (Comprehensive Ophthalmology and Medical & Surgical Retina) including ROP training under Dr. Subhadra Jalali. His international qualifications include FRCS Glasgow, MRCS Edinburgh, and FICO London. He served as Resident Physician at Tan Tock Seng Hospital, Singapore.

How many surgeries has Dr. Gala performed?

Dr. Gala has performed over 15,000 ophthalmologic procedures across India and Singapore — including 4,000+ cataract surgeries, 3,000+ laser procedures, and 300+ ROP treatments in premature infants.

Does Dr. Gala treat Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) in premature babies?

Yes. Dr. Gala has dedicated ROP training from L V Prasad Eye Institute under Dr. Subhadra Jalali and Dr. Komal Agarwal at the Jasti V Ramanamma Children's Eye Care Centre. He has performed 300+ ROP laser and intravitreal injection procedures and assisted Stage 4 and Stage 5 ROP surgeries. We accept direct referrals from neonatologists, paediatricians, and NICUs in Mumbai.

Has Dr. Gala published research?

Yes. Dr. Gala has published peer-reviewed research in BMJ Case Reports (two PubMed-indexed publications) and the Indian Journal of Ophthalmology, with co-authorship from senior L V Prasad Eye Institute faculty including Dr. Rohit C. Khanna, Dr. Raja Narayanan, Prof. Ramesh Kekunnaya, and Dr. Padmaja Kumari Rani. He is an active peer reviewer for BMJ Case Reports.

Has Dr. Gala received any awards?

Yes. Dr. Gala's video presentation on managing Coats maculopathy was selected for the prestigious C.S. Reshmi Best Video Session at the All India Ophthalmological Conference (AIOC) 2020, India's premier annual ophthalmology conference.

Is Dr. Gala accepting new patients?

Yes. Dr. Gala accepts new patient consultations at Crystal Clear Eye Clinic, Andheri West. Most consultations are scheduled within 24 to 48 hours. Same-day appointments are available for urgent symptoms. Call or WhatsApp +91 77188 85245 to book.

What languages does Dr. Gala consult in?

Dr. Gala consults in English, Hindi, Gujarati, and Marathi.

Does Dr. Gala accept health insurance?

Yes. Crystal Clear Eye Clinic is empanelled with 30+ insurance providers and TPAs for cashless cataract surgery, retinal procedures, and other inpatient eye care — including Star Health, HDFC ERGO, ICICI Lombard, Niva Bupa, Care Health, Bajaj Allianz, and Tata AIG.

Is Dr. Gala available for second opinions?

Yes. Dr. Gala welcomes second-opinion consultations — particularly for complex retinal conditions, surgical timing decisions, IOL selection for cataract surgery, glaucoma progression, ROP diagnosis confirmation, and keratoconus evaluation.

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