Know How Diabetes Damage the Eyes?

Uncontrolled blood sugar levels or high blood sugar can cause damage to blood vessels all over the body. It also includes the blood vessels of the eyes. Over a period, it brings in various eye related problems
• Diabetic Retinopathy: It can lead to vision loss without timely treatment. Diabetic retinopathy damages over time and progresses through stages, from mild no proliferative retinopathy to severe proliferative retinopathy, which can cause leaking and bleeding in the retina.
• Cataracts: People suffering from diabetes or high blood sugar levels are at a higher risk of developing cataracts. cataracts cloud the lens of the eye and can lead to blurry vision. People with diabetes develop cataract at an earlier stage than non-diabetics
• Glaucoma: Diabetes rise the risk of glaucoma. It is a condition where there is increased intraocular pressure that can damage the optic nerve. Glaucoma can lead to peripheral vision loss and, if untreated, can result in blindness.
• Regular eye check-up is important for individuals with diabetes to monitor and manage these potential complications.