India, Sept. 27 -- An eye check-up may only cross your mind when your vision becomes blurry, when you find yourself squinting, or when you need a new pair of glasses. But clear vision does not necessarily mean your eyes are healthy, as some retinal problems can develop without noticeable symptoms in their early stages.ALSO READ: Do you read while lying in bed? Ophthalmologist reveals why it is unsafe for your eye health: 'Can cause headaches.'

Dr Mahesh G, senior consultant and head of vitreo retina at Giridhar Eye Institute, Kochi, and general secretary of the Vitreo Retina Society of India (VRSI), revealed why retinal checks matter, especially for those with diabetes and older adults.

Some eye conditions go unnoticed in the early stag...