Diabetic Retinopathy is an eye disease that can be caused due to the excessive level of Diabetes. It has two stages-
- Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy
Symptoms of Diabetic Retinopathy
- Impaired color vision
- Dark or empty areas in the vision
- Fluctuating vision
- Impaired vision
Factors responsible Diabetic Retinopathy
- Duration of Diabetes: The prolonged duration of Diabetes can also influence the risk of Diabetic Retinopathy in a patient. Both type 1 and type 2 can be the reason behind it.
- Hypertension: The blood vessels of the retina can also be damaged by high blood pressure. Thus, increasing the risk of Diabetic Retinopathy.
- High cholesterol levels: High cholesterol levels can also be the reason for hardening and narrowing of retina blood vessels.
Prevention from Diabetic Retinopathy
- Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels: Maintain your sugar levels within the standard range decided by medical science.
- Education and support: Stay informed about your diabetic scenario and try to maintain it in the best possible way and maintain a healthy lifestyle as well.
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