What to Expect During a Diabetic Eye Exam

2025-10-31 00:00:00Z

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If you have diabetes, regular eye exams are essential for protecting your vision. Diabetes can affect the eyes in many ways, leading to conditions like diabetic retinopathy, macular edema, and glaucoma. At VisualEyes Optometrists, we prioritize comprehensive care to catch any changes early and help preserve your eyesight.

Why Diabetic Eye Exams Are Important

Diabetic eye disease often develops without noticeable symptoms until vision is affected. Regular eye exams allow our optometrists to detect early signs of damage, monitor your eye health, and recommend treatments that can prevent or slow vision loss.

What Happens During the Exam

A diabetic eye exam is thorough and may include:

Medical History Review: We discuss your diabetes management, medications, and any vision changes.
Visual Acuity Test: Measures how well you see at various distances.
Eye Pressure Measurement: Screens for glaucoma, which can be more common in people with diabetes.
Dilated Eye Exam: Drops enlarge your pupils so we can examine the retina and optic nerve for signs of diabetic damage.
Imaging Tests (if needed): Advanced imaging like OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography) provides detailed views of the retina and helps detect subtle changes.

After the Exam

Once the exam is complete, our optometrists will discuss any findings, recommend follow-up care, and provide guidance on protecting your vision. Maintaining good blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol levels is also crucial in preventing diabetic eye complications.

Protect your vision — schedule your diabetic eye exam today.

At VisualEyes Optometrists, we’re committed to helping patients with diabetes maintain healthy eyes and clear vision for years to come.