Travel Insurance for Retinopathy
Living with retinopathy? Declare it in our online medical screening and we can consider cover for you.
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Get a QuoteWhat is retinopathy?
Retinopathy is a condition that affects the retina at the back of the eye, often linked to conditions such as diabetes, and can lead to changes in vision over time, depending on how severe it is and how well it is managed. In the UK, hundreds of thousands of people are affected, particularly those with diabetic retinopathy. For many individuals, symptoms can be managed with treatment and regular monitoring.
A trip abroad with retinopathy can take a little extra planning, but if your condition is stable and you’ve spoken with your doctor, there’s often no reason you can’t still enjoy a holiday abroad.
How the right policy helps if you have retinopathy:
- Emergency medical treatment and hospital care abroad
- Medical transport or repatriation back to the UK if required
- Cancellation cover if you are unable to travel due to your condition
- 24-hour medical assistance while you are abroad
Travel advice for people with an eye condition like retinopathy
- Carry any prescribed medication or eye treatments for retinopathy in your hand luggage
- Try to keep up your usual retinopathy medication and monitoring routine while away
- Plan your activities so you can rest if vision changes or fatigue occur
- Research medical facilities at your destination before travelling
If you have been diagnosed with retinopathy, you might need to declare it when applying for travel insurance. Read the medical declaration questions carefully so that everything about your retinopathy is included.
Travel insurance is still available if you have retinopathy. The cover offered depends on how the condition affects you and how well it is controlled, and clear, accurate answers in your medical declaration help make sure the right cover is arranged.
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