2023-03-15 00:00:00Z
Diabetic eye disease is a form of eye damage that is caused by an extended period of diabetes. It can lead to vision loss and even blindness if it is not properly managed. The most common forms of diabetic eye disease are diabetic retinopathy, cataracts, and glaucoma.
The most important step in caring for diabetic eye disease is to keep your diabetes under control. High blood sugar levels can damage the blood vessels in the retina of the eye, leading to retinopathy. It is important to follow your primary care doctor’s instructions for managing your diabetes, including diet, exercise, and medications. Combine that with dedicated adherence to your eye doctor’s advice to help prevent damage to your vision.
It is important to have regular eye exams. Your doctor can monitor your eyes for any signs of diabetic eye disease and identify it early before it causes major damage. If you have any symptoms of vision changes, such as blurred vision, floaters, or flashes of light, make sure to report them to your doctor right away. It is also important to protect your eyes from further damage.
Wear sunglasses that block out 100% of UV rays when outdoors, and wear protective eyewear when participating in contact sports. Smoking can also increase your risk of diabetic eye disease, so it is important to quit if you smoke. Finally, it is important to eat a healthy diet that is high in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, and low in saturated fat and sodium. Eating a balanced diet will help keep your blood sugar levels in check and reduce the risk of diabetic eye disease.
If your vision is important to you, then listen and act upon your eye doctor’s advice. Since we know that your vision is most certainly important to you, make that next appointment with us here at VisualEyes Optometrists.
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