Diabetes can have a serious impact on your eyes, leading to a range of complications if left untreated. Some of the ways diabetes affects your eyes include:

• Damage to blood vessels in the retina (diabetic retinopathy)
• Increased risk of cataracts
• Higher chance of developing glaucoma
• Swelling in the retina (macular edema)

Diabetic eye conditions are mainly caused by high blood sugar levels, which can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes. Risk factors include:

• Poor blood sugar control
• High blood pressure
• Long duration of diabetes
• High cholesterol levels

Diabetic eye conditions often don’t have symptoms in the early stages. However, as the condition progresses, you may notice:

• Blurred or fluctuating vision
• Dark spots or floaters in your vision
• Difficulty seeing at night
• Sudden vision loss

At Dr. Benaim’s office, we offer a variety of treatment options to help manage and slow the progression of diabetic eye conditions:

• Laser treatment: To seal or shrink abnormal blood vessels
• Medications: Such as injections to reduce swelling in the retina
• Vitrectomy: A surgery to remove blood from the center of the eye
• Blood sugar control: Working with your doctor to manage blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol

With proper care and regular eye exams, many patients can prevent serious vision loss from diabetic eye conditions. Early detection and timely treatment are key to maintaining healthy vision. At Dr. Benaim’s office, we are here to help you manage your eye health and ensure the best possible outcome.

Make an appointment today to protect your vision for the future!