Diabetic Eye Evaluation
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How Does My Diabetes Affect the Eye?
- Diabetes is one of the leading causes of blindness, and it is preventable!
- As your blood glucose levels are elevated or fluctuate, they affect multiple parts of the eye. If left untreated, diabetes can cause premature cataracts, retinal bleeding, macular edema and many more sight-threatening conditions.
- Once we evaluate your retinal and ocular health, a summary of the visit is sent to the primary care doctor or endocrinologist. Diabetic eye evaluations can aid in the treatment and management of your Diabetes.