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Do you experience double vision when you have type 2 diabetes?

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Dr. Thomas Heston answered

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Not necessarily: Everyone with type 2 diabetes should get a formal eye examination on a regular basis. Double vision isn't a typical symptom of diabetes.

Answered 3/26/2013

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Dr. Stanley Schwartz answered

You may: Due to diabetes out of control or macular edema but must see eye md to rule out other causes.

Answered 4/16/2013

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Do you experience double vision when you have type 2 diabetes?

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