Diabetic eye exams

Diabetic eye exams are a crucial part of managing diabetes and protecting your long-term vision. High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in the eyes, often without causing early symptoms. Regular diabetic eye exams allow your doctor to detect changes early on before vision loss occurs—and help prevent serious complications.

Why They’re Important

• Diabetes significantly increases the risk of eye diseases such as diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and cataracts.
   
• Many diabetic eye conditions progress silently, meaning you may not notice vision changes until the disease is advanced.
   
• Early detection allows for timely treatment, which greatly reduces the risk of permanent vision loss, as uncontrolled diabetic eye disease can cause blindness.
   
• Eye exams can also reveal how well your diabetes is being managed overall.