Retinal Detachment
Retinal detachment is a medical emergency in which the light-sensitive retina peels away from the eye's back wall, triggering sudden flashes, floaters, and rapid vision loss.
Diabetic retinopathy develops when high blood sugar damages retinal blood vessels, causing blurry vision, floaters, and potentially permanent vision loss.
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Common questions we get asked about Diabetic Retinopathy.
Yes. Genetics, blood‑pressure spikes, cholesterol levels, and the length of time you have had diabetes all influence retinal health. Good glucose control sharply lowers risk but does not eliminate it, so regular eye exams remain essential.
Most adults need one every 12 months. Your eye doctor may shorten the interval to every 6 months if early retinal changes are present, you are pregnant, or your blood‑sugar readings fluctuate widely.
Not necessarily. Early leakage or small hemorrhages rarely blur vision, so many people feel fine until the disease is advanced. Screening is the only reliable way to catch problems early.
Blur caused by retinal swelling can often improve with prompt treatment, but areas of severe scarring or dead retinal tissue cannot be restored. Early intervention is key to preventing permanent loss.
The eye is numbed with anesthetic drops, so most patients feel only brief pressure or a mild scratch. Discomfort is minimal, and normal activities can usually be resumed the next day.
Keeping blood pressure below 130/80 mm Hg, exercising at least 150 minutes a week, quitting smoking, and eating an omega‑3‑rich, low‑glycemic diet all reduce retinal stress.
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