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Optometrist says left eye lense is opaque. cannot see fundus picture, pupils small. diabetic for 17 years. need to see opthamologist.

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Exam: Absolutely see an ophthalmologist. Especially for diabetic check of retina and if opaque view is a cataract.

Answered 2/26/2018

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