AOA 2013
Annual eye examinations by an ophthalmologist is critical in helping detect or treat complications from diabetes.
Tuesday, December 3, 2013
EYE CARE
Diabetics
are at risk for Diabetic Retinopathy. According
to the American Optometric Association (AOA), “Diabetic retinopathy is the result of damage to the tiny blood vessels
that nourish the retina. They leak blood
and other fluids that cause swelling of retinal tissue and clouding of vision.
The condition usually affects both eyes. The longer a person has diabetes, the more
likely they will develop diabetic retinopathy. If left untreated, diabetic
retinopathy can cause blindness.” As high blood glucose levels are maintained the blood
vessels within the eye become more sensitive and fragile over time until retinopathy
occurs.
AOA 2013
Annual eye examinations by an ophthalmologist is critical in helping detect or treat complications from diabetes.
AOA 2013
Annual eye examinations by an ophthalmologist is critical in helping detect or treat complications from diabetes.
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