Protect Your Vision From Diabetic Complications
Just over 1 in 10 Americans is living with diabetes—that’s more than 38 million people. Diabetes can impact your overall health, and your vision along with it.
Many people are aware of the ways that diabetes impacts overall health but don’t always consider its ocular impacts. Truth be told, diabetes is a leading cause of blindness in adults.
People with diabetes are at an increased risk of developing vision problems. We recommend that those with diabetes have annual, comprehensive eye exams. Taking a proactive approach to health is important, especially if you’re dealing with diabetes.
Book your diabetic eye appointment today, and let us help you preserve your sight!
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What Is Diabetes?
Diabetes is a disease that impacts the production and activity of insulin, a hormone that regulates your body’s blood sugar levels.
When you eat carbohydrates, most of your food is broken down into glucose (sugar) and travel through the bloodstream. An increase in the amount of glucose in the bloodstream signals the pancreas to release insulin, which in turn lets the sugar into your cells.
If you have diabetes, your body either does not make insulin or doesn’t use it properly. This means too much sugar will stay in your bloodstream.
Over time, elevated blood sugar levels can lead to a variety of health issues, including vision problems. Even if you don’t notice any change in your vision, it’s still important to have your eyes examined at least annually. If you do develop complications from diabetes your doctor may recommend more frequent visits. Book your appointment today.
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Diabetes can lead to serious vision problems and even blindness, so it’s important to book an annual eye exam to check for any changes. Visual issues caused by diabetes may include blurry vision, diabetic retinopathy where abnormal blood vessels form that may bleed or leak, and diabetic swelling in the macula or center of the retina, and diabetic macular edema.
Blurry Vision
Your body adjusting to diabetes medication or changes in your health routine can lead to blurry vision.
Elevated blood sugar can lead to a buildup of fluid in the lens inside your retina can leak fluid or bleed. This can cause vision loss.
Normally, the extra fluid is temporary and your eyes will return to normal as your blood sugar stabilizes. But, you should still visit your eye doctor to rule out more serious issues.
Diabetic Retinopathy
Diabetic retinopathy often progresses slowly and may not present visible symptoms until irreversible vision loss occurs. The blood vessels in your retina swell as blood sugar levels elevate.
In the early stages of diabetic retinopathy, blurry vision is a common symptom. As the condition progresses, it gets more serious. Blood vessels break and bleed, leaking into the macula and causing vision loss.
Diabetic Macular Edema
Diabetic macular edema occurs when abnormal blood vessels caused by diabetes leak fluid into the macula. The macula is responsible for your central vision so impairment can impact the ability to read, write, drive, and recognize faces. This condition is quite serious and can lead to blindness.
Book Your Diabetic Eye Exam Today!
If you have diabetes, it is imperative that you get your eyes examined regularly. Close examination of the retina can help to detect any early signs of serious vision problems.
Request AppointmentOur Location
SkyVision Centers is conveniently located just off I-90 in Westlake, Ohio, at the Crocker Bassett exit or from I-480 by taking the Sterns Rd. exit and going north.
Our Address
- 2237 Crocker Road, Suite 100
- Westlake, OH 44145
Contact Information
- Phone: 440-892-3931
- Fax: 440-892-3416
Hours of Operation
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
Our Eyewear Brands
At SkyVision Centers, we’re here to help you find eyewear as unique as you are. Our frame collection ranges from trendy to timeless, with options for every style and budget. When it comes to lenses, we focus on customization. Our team works closely with you to find the precise combination of clarity, comfort, and style.
Whether you’re looking for everyday wear, specialized lenses for work or hobbies, or enhanced vision correction technology, we’ll guide you every step of the way. Because at SkyVision Centers, vision is about seeing life your way.
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SkyVision Centers
- 2237 Crocker Road, Suite 100
- Westlake, OH 44145
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P: 440-892-3931
F: 440-892-3416