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diabetic    retinopathy

​Educational materials by NIH and VSP
What is Diabetic Retinopathy?
Diabetic retinopathy is an eye condition that can cause vision loss and blindness in people who have diabetes. It affects blood vessels in the retina (the light-sensitive layer of tissue in the back of your eye).

If you have diabetes, it’s important to get a comprehensive dilated eye exam at least once a year. Diabetic retinopathy may not have any symptoms at first — but finding it early can help you take steps to protect your vision.
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Managing your diabetes — by staying physically active, eating healthy, and taking your medicine — can also help you prevent or delay vision loss.  ​
At a glance: Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Early Symptoms: None
  • Later Symptoms: Blurry vision, floating spots in your vision, blindness
  • Diagnosis: Dilated eye exam
  • Treatment: Injections, laser treatment, surgery
      
EPOC thanks the National Eye Institute Media Library for the use of this video.
EPOC thanks the National Eye Institute Media Library for the use of this video.

El Paso OptICAL cENTER

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​El Paso, TX 79903

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