Living with diabetes requires managing not only your blood sugar levels but also your overall health. One of the most significant health aspects that diabetics need to monitor is their vision. A diabetic eye exam is a crucial step in ensuring healthy eyesight and protecting against potential complications caused by diabetes. This blog will outline…
Diabetic Eye Exam
Things to know before undergoing a diabetic eye exam
Diabetes can cause damage to blood vessels throughout the body. You’re probably familiar with diabetic foot – which is a result of vessel damage leading to diabetic neuropathy, causing foot numbness and sores – but diabetes can also lead to eye problems such as diabetic retinopathy. This tends to cause blurriness, difficulty distinguishing colors, and…