Diabetic retinopathy
OcuPlan helps patients living with diabetic retinopathy to preserve their vision for a fixed monthly fee.
In the UK there are over 1.3 million people living with diabetic retinopathy: nearly all people with type 1 and almost two thirds of people with type 2 diabetes have some degree of retinopathy. If untreated, diabetic retinopathy can lead to blindness and is one of the most common causes of sight loss. The risk of developing cataracts or glaucoma is also doubled. But sight loss is avoidable: OcuPlan helps patients to preserve their vision with regular monitoring and specialist consultant advice.
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Plain-English guides written with our consultants.
Diabetic retinopathy is a complication of diabetes that affects the eyes. It occurs when high blood sugar levels damage the blood vessels in the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye.
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Diabetic retinopathy is a complication of diabetes that affects the blood vessels in the retina, causing damage to the delicate tissues of the eye. There are treatments available.
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In the early stages, diabetic retinopathy may not have any noticeable symptoms, but as it progresses, it can cause several symptoms.
Read moreWhy OcuPlan
OcuPlan was created to provide affordable and accessible care to the many patients in the UK who require monitoring for diabetic retinopathy.
OCT scans at your local optician detect changes to the retina early, often before you notice any difference in your vision.
A consultant ophthalmologist reviews your scans and sees you in person to advise on treatment and on managing your diabetes for your eyes.
Timely monitoring for long-term eye conditions is crucial in preserving your vision. With OcuPlan you won't experience any delays or cancellations.
Why OcuPlan
OcuPlan was created to provide affordable and accessible care to millions of patients in the UK who need monitoring for their long-term eye conditions in order to minimise the risk of sight loss.
The highest quality clinical care through face to face appointments with consultant ophthalmologists, using the latest technology to monitor your eye health.
Timely monitoring is crucial in preserving your vision; without it, deterioration can go undetected. With OcuPlan you won't experience delays or cancellations.
You always see the same consultant ophthalmologist, who knows you and your medical history and can spot changes often before they affect your sight.
Tests and scans are done at your local optician, and consultant appointments at your chosen consultant's clinic, all at a time to suit you.
Patients save up to 50% compared to traditional private eye care. You pay a fixed monthly fee, which depends on your choice of consultant and optician.
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