Carolina Eyecare Physicians' Blogs

  Diabetic eye care is vital for anyone managing diabetes. The eyes are a window into our health, and maintaining their well-being requires vigilance, especially for diabetic patients. In Belle Hall and Walterboro, SC, Carolina Eyecare Physicians are committed to helping you safeguard your eye health. Understanding and discussing the early signs of diabetic retinopathy with your eye doctor could be pivotal in preserving your vision. Understanding Diabetic Retinopathy Diabetic retinopathy is a diabetes complication that affects the eyes. It's caused by damage to the blood vessels of the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye (retina). This condition can develop in anyone who has type 1 or type 2 diabetes. The longer you have diabetes and the less controlled your blood sugar is, the more likely you are to develop this eye complication. Stages of Diabetic Retinopathy Mild Nonproliferative Retinopathy : Early stage with tiny areas of swelling in the retina's blood vessels. ...