Question 1

does the diabetic eye disease cause vision loss?

Accepted Answer

It can: There are many forms of eye disease related to diabetes. Some affect the vision immediately while others do not. However, if left unchecked, all forms of diabetic eye disease are likely to reduce vision. See your eye doctor regularly.

Question 2

how is this diabetic eye disease treatment given?

Accepted Answer

Pills/insulin, laser: Best way to treat the disease including diabetic retinopathy is glucose control, hypertension control, and lipid control. Control of a single factor can reduce progression of the disease by 20-50 %.  In our diabetes team, rarely do I have to employ lasers, injections because the internal and family medicine doctors are very capable of preventing progression. Goal is hga1c less than 7 in most pt.

Question 3

can diabetic eye disease worsen during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Yes: During pregnancy there are lots of growth factor which are present.  As such, diabetic changes in the eyes can develop during pregnancy and can get worse during pregnancy.  It is important if you are diabetic, to have your eyes checked in the first, second, and third trimester.  This will insure that if there are changes, they can be treat right away to prevent vision loss.

Question 4

i have eye problems related to diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Common: See eye md at least yearly;  keep diabetes well controlled to decrease risk of progression.

Question 5

what other eye problems can occur to people with diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Retinopathy: Far and away, the most common diabetic eye complication is retinopathy.  This involves a spectrum of retinal changes caused by elevated blood sugar and oxygen delivery problems to the retina.  We recommend yearly dilated eye exams to detect changes of retinopathy.  There is a less commonly seen condition called diabetic myopic lens shift - this can be detected by an eye care professional as well.

Question 6

how often should i check my eyes for diabetes problems?

Accepted Answer

Once a year: If your vision seems to be changing a lot or you already have some problems with your eyes due to diabetes, you may need to be seen more frequently.  The general rule of thumb is that diabetics should have their eyes checked once a year though.

Question 7

sir, i am a diabetic patient last 15 years. now i have problem for my eye. my sight is low so what i have to do?

Accepted Answer

Needs evaluation: While the obsession in diabetes is blood sugar, one of the complications is changes in the blood vessels in the back of the eye which can cause visual changes and in more severe cases permanent loss and even blindness.  There are effective treatments for this and if you have this happening, the earlier detected and treated, the better.

Question 8

could a diabetic patient have problems or damage in the nerves of her eyes without symptoms?
my mom will examinate them soon but i want to relax

Accepted Answer

The diabetic: patient may not be aware of changes to vision. Bottom line is that we can't tell you relax.  She needs to have annual eye exam to check for damage to her eyes from her diabetes.

Question 9

suggest some necessary steps to prevent diabetes eye problems?

Accepted Answer

Control Blood Sugars: As with any diabetic complication, the risk is decreased (not 100%) by working with your doctor, a dietician, losing weight when indicated (for most people, but not all), checking your blood sugars so your doctor can adjust your medication, eating the correct diet, and taking your medication as instructed.

Question 10

is it out of the questions that my eye problems have been because of my recent diagnosis of diabetes?

Accepted Answer

No: If sugars were quite elevated, it can cause lens swelling, blurred vision

see  ophthamologist.

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