Diabetic Eye Health Matters
If you have diabetes, safeguarding your vision is essential for your long-term eye health. At Southwest Florida Eye Care, our skilled physicians specialize in comprehensive diabetic eye care, helping you manage your condition while preserving your sight. With expert monitoring and personalized treatment, we’re here to protect your vision every step of the way. Regular diabetic eye exams are key to detecting issues early, allowing for timely intervention and the best possible outcomes.
How Diabetes Affects Your Vision
Diabetes can increase your risk of several eye conditions that could threaten your vision. High blood sugar levels can damage the retina, causing vision problems and even severe vision loss. Our advanced technology can help manage your condition by identifying these issues early.
Common Diabetes-Related Eye Conditions
Diabetic Retinopathy
This occurs when high blood sugar damages the blood vessels in your retina, leading to blurry or distorted vision. If untreated, it can result in blindness. It has two stages: nonproliferative and proliferative.
Diabetic Macular Edema
Swelling in the macula due to leaking blood vessels can cause vision impairment.
How Often Should You Get Eye Exams?
The American Diabetes Association recommends that adults with type 2 diabetes get their first eye exam right after diagnosis. For those with type 1 diabetes, the first eye exam should be within 5 years of diagnosis. Annual exams are generally ideal, but your specific needs may require a different schedule. Our optometrists will recommend a plan tailored to your eye health.
Protect Your Vision With Southwest Florida Eye Care
Diabetes can impact many aspects of your health, like your vision. With our expertise, we help protect your eye health and provide recommendations for managing diabetes. Book an appointment to see how we can support your overall well-being.
