Medical Eye Care

Diabetic Eye Disease

Diabetes is a chronic disease that affects the body’s ability to produce insulin to control blood glucose levels. Unregulated blood glucose levels can damage internal organs, such as the heart, kidneys, and blood vessels.
The small blood vessels in the eyes can be affected by spikes in blood sugar levels, which can lead to permanent vision loss. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) states that 90% of vision loss from diabetes can be prevented through proper monitoring and early detection.

Diabetic eye disease refers to a group of eye problems that can result from diabetes. These include:

• Diabetic retinopathy
• Diabetic macular edema
• Cataracts
• Glaucoma

It’s recommended that anyone with diabetes have fully comprehensive eye exams annually to detect early signs of diabetic eye disease. You can take the additional step of controlling your blood glucose levels by following a physician-guided diet and exercise plan.

Eye Disease Diagnosis & Management

Having your eyes properly monitored is the key to the early detection of eye diseases that may threaten your vision. Many eye diseases don’t show symptoms in the early stages, so it’s crucial to have an eye care professional take a closer look regularly.

Regular comprehensive eye exams can help pinpoint early signs of eye disease.

At Eyes on Westlake, we confidently handle a myriad of common eye diseases. We can help you with the following conditions:

• Conjunctivitis (red or pink eye)
• Foreign matter in the eyes
• Itchy or swollen eyes
• Flashes and floaters
• Eye pain
• Allergies
• Cataracts
• Injury or trauma