Does diabetes affect the eyes

Diabetes can cause serious effects on the eyes.

Long-term hyperglycemia can damage the tiny blood vessels of the retina, leading to bleeding, exudation and other diseases in the retina, which can affect vision. In severe cases, it can lead to blindness.

Secondly, diabetes patients are more likely to develop cataracts than ordinary people, and the onset age may be earlier. Cataracts can make the lens cloudy and cause vision loss. In

addition, hyperglycemia may affect the normal circulation of aqueous humor in the eyes, causing increased intraocular pressure, which can cause damage to the optic nerve, affecting vision and even leading to blindness.

Furthermore, diabetes can lead to abnormal eye muscle regulation function, double vision, ptosis and other problems.

Finally, the macular area is a key area on the retina responsible for central vision.

Diabetes patients must pay great attention to eye health, regular eye examination, strict control of blood sugar, and comprehensive treatment and management measures to minimize the damage of diabetes to the eyes.