Diabetic Retinopathy

Diabetic retinopathy is a disease that leads to blurry, distorted vision and blindness. It occurs when diabetes weakens blood vessels inside your eye. These weak vessels leak fluid into an area of the eye called the retina. New, distorted vessels may grow, then bleed. These vessels can damage areas of the retina, causing vision loss.

Symptoms

You can have diabetic retinopathy without knowing it. Usually, there is no pain and no outward sign. Over time, you may notice gradual blurring or some vision loss. Symptoms may come and go. If diabetic retinopathy is severe, you may have clouded vision or blindness.

Control

It is up to you. You can control diabetes through diet, exercise, and medicine. These same steps may help control diabetic retinopathy. So can treating other health problems that make this disease worse. Have an eye exam every year or as often as your doctor suggest. If you notice your vision getting worse, call your doctor right away.

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