Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It impacts various aspects of health, including vision. Diabetic eye care is crucial because high blood sugar levels can lead to serious eye conditions that, if left untreated, can cause vision...
Diabetes can damage your eyes over time and cause vision loss and even blindness. One of the most common issues linked to diabetes is diabetic retinopathy, which can damage the blood vessels in your retina. In the early stages, you may have no obvious signs or...
When we think of diabetes, we often think of how it affects our heart or kidneys. But did you know diabetes can also damage our eyes? It’s true! One of the lesser-known complications of diabetes is diabetic eye disease. Diabetic eye disease is a leading cause of...
Did you know that diabetes is the leading cause of blindness in adults ages 20 – 74? Diabetes refers to a group of diseases that affect how the body uses blood glucose, commonly called blood sugar. Glucose is vital to your health because it’s an important...
February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration Awareness Month. If you have started to notice that your vision is fading with your age, you may be a victim of age-related macular degeneration. Find out more about this disease and what you can do during Age-Related...
Glaucoma is a collection of eye conditions that negatively affect the optic nerve. There are several different types of glaucoma, but the damage is typically caused by abnormally high pressure in the eye. As a result of this damage, a person can gradually start to...