Diabetic Eye Health
Diabetes is the leading cause of vision loss in people 18–64 years old and there are no obvious signs or symptoms. But the good news is, Patterson Eye Associates offers routine eye exams that can help prevent any vision loss.
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Eye Exam - Diabetes
Patterson Eye Associates is prepared to fight the very real threat diabetes poses to your vision. When you have diabetes, your eyesight can be gravely impacted. It is recommended that diabetics have a routine eye exam once a year.
- Is my diabetes affecting my eye sight?
Yes, if you are experiencing blurry or wavy vision, frequently changing vision, dark areas or vision loss, poor color vision, spots or dark strings (also called floaters), and/or flashes of light.
- Issues my diabetes (even if controlled) could be causing:
Early Cataracts
Glaucoma
Retinopathy
Prescription Changes
All of these issues can be treated if found early!
