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Diabetic Rhetinopathy

Diabetic retinopathy is a complication of diabetes that affects the eyes, resulting from damage to the blood vessels in the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye.

Symptoms

In the early stages, diabetic retinopathy might not show any symptoms. As it advances, possible symptoms include:

  • Floaters: Spots or dark strings floating in your vision.
  • Blurred Vision
  • Fluctuating Vision
  • Impaired Color Vision
  • Dark or Empty Areas in Vision
  • Vision Loss

Treatments

The treatment for diabetic retinopathy depends on its type and severity.
Options include:

  • Diabetes Management: Controlling blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol levels can help slow the progression of the disease.
  • Laser Treatment (Photocoagulation): This procedure can stop or slow the leakage of blood and fluid in the eye.
  • Scatter Laser Treatment (Panretinal Photocoagulation): This treatment helps shrink abnormal blood vessels.
  • Vitrectomy: A surgical procedure to remove the gel (vitreous) filling the eye cavity along with the blood from the middle of the eye.
  • Medication Injections: Anti-VEGF drugs can be injected into the eye to reduce macular swelling and slow vision loss.
  • Corticosteroids: These can be used to reduce swelling, either alone or alongside anti-VEGF medications.

Regular eye exams are crucial for early detection and effective treatment to prevent significant vision loss.

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