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Diabetic Retinopathy is an eye condition that occurs due to complications of patients suffering from diabetes due to increase in blood sugar levels. Diabetic Retinopathy affects the eye’s blood vessels in the light sensitive tissue in the eye called the retina.
Diabetic Retinopathy affects both, patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes and is more often seen in patients who have suffered from diabetes for a longer period as blood sugar tends to be less controlled over a longer period.
Common QuestionsDiabetic retinopathy is an eye condition that affects people with diabetes, caused by damage to the blood vessels in the retina. High blood sugar levels can weaken these vessels, leading to leakage, swelling, or abnormal blood vessel growth, which can result in vision loss if left untreated.
In the early stages, diabetic retinopathy may not show noticeable symptoms. As the condition progresses, symptoms may include blurred vision, dark spots or floaters, difficulty seeing at night, and vision loss. Regular eye check-ups are crucial for early detection and treatment.
Treatment depends on the severity of the condition. In mild cases, controlling blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol can help slow progression. Advanced cases may require laser therapy to seal leaking blood vessels, injections to reduce swelling, or vitrectomy surgery to remove blood or scar tissue from the retina. Early diagnosis and proper diabetes management are key to preventing vision loss.