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Which fish oils may be the key to prevent diabetic retinopathy?

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No: No fish oil has been proven to be the key to prevent diabetic retinopathy, although fish oil in general has good overall health benefit. The ket to preventing retinopathy is good sugar control through diet, exercise and medication as directed by a physician.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Faramarz Hidaji answered

Specializes in Cosmetic Surgery

None: Though fish oils have a wide range of benefits, you should focus your efforts on keeping your blood sugar steady and in normal range. Talk to your doctor and demand good information regarding dietary and exercise control of your diabetes. It is her/his job to show you to information that can keep your eyes and the rest of you healthy for as long as possible.

Answered 7/9/2015

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Control Risk Factors: The only proven way to reduce the risk of diabetic retinopathy is to tightly control blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol levels. See a medical doctor or endocrinologist for help with this effort.

Answered 6/13/2017

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