Diabetic Retinopathy
Diabetic Retinopathy is a complication of diabetes that occurs when high blood sugar levels damage blood vessels in the retina.
How Does Diabetic Retinopathy Affect Vision?
Changes in vision can include blurred or distorted sight, floaters, dark or missing areas of vision, difficulty seeing at night, and, in advanced cases, significant vision loss.
How a low vision doctor can help.
Medical treatment and management of diabetes are important for protecting vision, but some individuals continue to experience visual impairment that affects everyday life. Low vision rehabilitation for diabetic retinopathy focuses on helping individuals maximize their usable vision through personalized solutions such as magnification, improved lighting, glare control, contrast enhancement, electronic devices, and adaptive techniques. These strategies can make reading, managing medications, preparing meals, using technology, and other daily activities easier.