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A member asked:
Why do so many people with diabetes still go blind, when there are lots of great treatments now? why does this happen still?
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That's a great question. With proper glucose control systemically and proper management of intraocular manifestations of diabetic retinopathy with anti-VEGF medications and sometimes laser and surgery, there is rarely a need for anyone to be blinded by diabetes. However, it remains the leading cause of blindness in the US.
Answered 8/20/2021
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