When most people think of diabetes, they probably think about the fact that sufferers are not able to eat sugar and are required to take insulin shots. But did you know that diabetes is also the leading cause of new cases of blindness in adults? According to The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, someone with diabetes loses visual function every 15 minutes.
Diabetes is a serious disease that requires consistent treatment and vigilant monitoring by both the individual sufferer and also their team of health professionals. In fact, 8% of the entire U.S. population is afflicted with this disease (nearly 24 million people).
To that end, your optometrist is a key member of your treatment team if you suffer from diabetes. Often, your optometrist will be able to assist in early detection of diabetes, as the symptoms of diabetic retinopathy may be visible through regular eye exams. Your optometrist is an essential player in helping treat and prevent blindness caused by diabetes.
If you’re working-age, be sure you are getting regular eye exams—call us and schedule your appointment today! Diabetes is just one condition we are able to detect and help treat. If you have diabetes, share your experience in the comments below.
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