Diabetic eye care

Your retinas are made up of tiny blood vessels, and sustained high blood sugar from diabetes can damage the blood vessels in your retina. The disruption of these blood vessels causes many conditions that contribute to vision loss and blindness.

Although some vision loss from diabetic eye disease is permanent, early treatment reduces the risk of blindness by 95%. Additionally, controlling your diabetes is an excellent way to slow the progression of diabetic retinopathy.

We treat DME with a variety of treatments, including laser surgery and corticosteroids. Early detection is the best way to protect your vision. If you haven’t scheduled your diabetic eye care exam yet, don’t wait any longer.

At Fort Collins Family Eye Care, we firmly believe that prevention is the best form of treatment. Since diabetic retinopathy is associated with sustained high blood sugar, maintaining and controlling your blood sugar is essential in preventing diabetic eye disease. Additionally, tending to your overall wellness and doing things like maintaining your blood pressure, quitting smoking, and getting regular comprehensive eye exams will go a long way in protecting your vision for as long as possible.

Nutrition plays a large role in maintaining a healthy healthy eyes. Dr. Munson frequently give talks about how you can enhance your retinal health with nutrition. If you want to know more about how nutrition can bolster your retinal health, see the events page for upcoming talks and seminars or schedule an appointment.