Posted by: Carolinas Center for Sight in Diabetic Retinopathy
Having diabetes certainly changes the way people view their health and overall lifestyle, as the condition often means eating better and exercising regularly. Yet it’s not just your blood sugar that diabetes affects, as it can play a huge role in the development of a variety of eye issues. Termed diabetic eye disease, individuals can […]
Read MorePosted by: Carolinas Center for Sight in Diabetic Retinopathy
According to the American Diabetes Association, diabetes mellitus afflicts more than 25 million people in the United States. Unfortunately, nearly one-third are unaware that they have the disease. Diabetic eye disease, also known as diabetic retinopathy, can severely damage the retina before patients notice any loss of vision. Diabetic retinopathy is also a common cause […]
Read MorePosted by: Carolinas Center for Sight in Diabetic Retinopathy
If you have diabetes, regular visits to your eye doctor are important to avoid diabetic eye problems. High blood sugar (glucose) increases the risk of diabetic eye problems. In fact, diabetes is the leading cause of blindness in adults age 20 to 74. High blood sugar in diabetes causes the lens of the eye to […]
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