Diabetacare

Diabetes  is the leading cause of blindness in adults aged 20 to 74. Uncontrolled diabetes can also lead to three serious eye problems: cataract, glaucoma, and retinopathy. High blood sugar level increases the risk of eye damage and may lead to blurry vision. Therefore, People with diabetes should get regular eye check-ups (once a year) to avoid any serious irreversible eye problem. What is Diabetic Retinopathy? Diabetic retinopathy  is a complication resulting from diabetes that affects the retina, the light-sensitive layer in the back of the eye. Images are first formed on the retina and is then transmitted to the brain to be processed: This is how we see. High blood sugar level can, over time, damage the tiny blood vessels in the retina and lead to permanent loss of vision. What are the Symptoms of Diabetic Retinopathy? Most people do not experience any noticeable signs in the early stages of diabetic retinopathy. As the condition worsens, people may experienc...