Diabetic Retinopathy Directory
Diabetic retinopathy is an eye condition that affects people with diabetes who have high blood glucose over a prolonged period of time. Too much blood sugar can destroy the blood vessels in the back of the eye, preventing the retina from receiving the proper amount of nutrients it needs to maintain vision. If left untreated, diabetes can cause a person to become blind. But with good blood sugar control, people with diabetes can reduce their risk of diabetic retinopathy. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about diabetic retinopathy, what it looks like, how to treat it, and much more.
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Diabetic Retinopathy: Risks, Treatments, Prevention
Diabetic retinopathy is an eye condition involving changes to your retina’s blood vessels. Learn about stages of diabetic eye disease, how to treat it with drugs or laser surgery, and how to avoid vision loss or blindness.
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A Closer Look at Diabetic Retinopathy
WebMD explains retinopathy, a common eye complication of diabetes that can lead to glaucoma and loss of vision.
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Causes and Treatments of Diabetic Retinopathy
Learn more about the causes and treatments of this common diabetes complication.
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Stages of Diabetic Retinopathy
It’s the most common cause of vision loss among people with diabetes. Learn the stages of this disease and how it can affect your vision.