While Diabetes affects all parts of your body, the eyes are the only spot where we, as your doctors, can see the damage being done. Getting regular eye exams is a vital way to not only protect your vision but also to protect your body from diabetes. With a diabetic eye exam, early changes can be seen allowing us the opportunity to treat earlier, which can help prevent many of the major complications of diabetes, like loss of vision. At Orlando North Eye Clinic, Dr. Sheraly will provide you with a comprehensive diabetic eye exam and take the time to create a personalized plan to help you protect your sight.
Diabetes and the Eyes
When diabetes-related high blood sugar isn’t carefully monitored or controlled, it can lead to problems that can affect your whole body. High sugar levels damage the blood vessels in the body causing them to become blocked or very leaky. These damaged blood vessels are unable to do their job to bring oxygen and nutrients to the surrounding tissue, resulting in further damage. In the eyes, if blood isn’t properly flowing, it causes damage to the various parts of the eye like the lens and the retina. This can lead to blurry vision and high eye pressures. The most common diabetic-related changes are Glaucoma, Cataracts, and Diabetic Retinopathy.
What is Diabetic Retinopathy?
When diabetes damages the blood vessels in the retina, the film of the eye, it leads to visible changes. This is referred to as Diabetic retinopathy.
Dr. Sheraly, our board-certified ophthalmologist, is trained to diagnose and detect diabetic retinopathy and other related conditions from diabetes amongst other diseases.
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What are Common Symptoms of Diabetic Retinopathy?
Diabetic retinopathy can worsen as your diabetes progresses, especially if it is uncontrolled. You could detect a typical symptom of this condition when you notice visual disturbances that come and go. The vision may become more blurry, or straight lines may become distorted.
How is Diabetic Retinopathy treated?
Maintaining your blood sugar and scheduling eye exams with Dr.Sheraly for regular monitoring of your eye health can be a great way to mitigate any risks you might have of developing retinopathy and other eye conditions. If Diabetic retinopathy is detected, it may be carefully monitored or treated based on various individual characteristics. Dr. Sheraly will thoroughly explain your condition and review your options with you before selecting a treatment path.
Diabetes and Cataracts
Cataracts occur when the natural lens of the eye becomes cloudy, making it more difficult to focus. While cataracts can form naturally over time, diabetes can cause them to form more quickly. In some cases they may form twice as fast as those without diabetes. Learn more about cataracts and how Dr. Sheraly and the team approach its treatment.
Diabetes and Glaucoma
Glaucoma occurs when the eye pressure gets too high in the eyes, causing damage to vision. While diabetes and glaucoma are not normally related, in some cases, especially in more advanced cases they may both occur in the eye. This can lead to rapid loss of vision and pain. Dr Sheraly underwent additional fellowship training especially for these challenging cases.
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If you have any questions or would like to learn more about our services and team, book a free consultation today.
In addition to sharing his knowledge and expertise in diabetic eye care, Dr. Sheraly treats diabetes patients with compassion and respect. He recognizes the daily challenges and impact on you as a patient. He works to create a personalized plan that motivates you to work towards your long term goals of maintaining healthy eyes and protecting your vision. Book your appointment today at Orlando North Eye Clinic with Dr Sheraly.