subject: Vision Loss in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes can be Prevented with Proper Treatments [print this page] Vision Loss in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes can be Prevented with Proper Treatments
While there are several eye conditions associated with Diabetes, a few stand out all two clearly. Diabetes is the leading cause of blindness in ages 20-74. Mostly because several conditions with vision loss don't show up until the vision has been drastically impaired. Vision conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, and Diabetic Retinopathy are just 3 of the many reasons why we should visit your eye care professional at least 2 times a year if you have diabetes.
Cataracts is caused when there is a foggy or clouded layer that develops over the clear lens of the eye. This condition is typically slow and progressive and watched over a few years. Cataracts it typically treated with surgery where the lens is removed and a new clear lens inserted. Some symptoms of Cataracts are:
Fading Colors or Yellows
Glares
Increased sensitivity to light
Painless blurred vision
Poor night vision
Increasing light to read
Glaucoma is acquired when pressure builds up in the eye blocking the fluid from draining. This can be common in those with diabetes. Treatments for glaucoma are medicated drops, Laser procedures, or surgery. Some symptoms of Glaucoma are:
Headaches
Blurred vision
Watery Eyes
Halos
Loss of Vision
Diabetic Retinopathy is one of the more common eye condition of diabetics. This eye condition is caused by damage to the blood vessels in the eye from the build up of blood sugar in the blood stream. Treatments for Diabetic Neuropathy are controlling glucose levels, laser procedures, and surgery. Some symptoms of Diabetic Retinopathy are:
Blurred or distorted vision or difficulty reading
Floaters in your vision
Partial or total loss of vision
Shadow or veil across your field of vision
Pain in the eye
Tips for Healthy Vision with Diabetes:
Eating properly
Tight Control of Glucose levels
Medications
Insulin
Regular check-up with your eye surgeon
Reporting all changes in vision right away
Dr. Brian Boxer Wachler, MD is a renowned eye surgeon specializing in I-BRITE eye whitening, LASIK, Keratoconus treatments, Insertable Contact Lens and other procedures. More helpful information is at www.WhiterEyes.com and www.LasikConsumerReport.com and www.FixesYourKeratoconus.com
