At Shore Family Eye Care, we are committed to educating the Manasquan community about protecting eyesight—especially when living with chronic conditions like diabetes. This lifelong condition affects how your body processes glucose, leading to elevated blood sugar levels that can cause serious eye complications over time.
Understanding how diabetes impacts your eyes helps you take proactive steps to preserve your vision.
Diabetic Retinopathy: A Common but Preventable Threat
Diabetic retinopathy is one of the most common vision complications linked to diabetes. High blood sugar damages the tiny blood vessels in the retina—the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. Early stages often show no symptoms, but the condition can progress to cause:
- Blurred or distorted vision
- Floaters
- Dark spots
- Vision loss
Annual comprehensive eye exams at Shore Family Eye Care help detect changes early—before permanent damage occurs.
Cataracts & Diabetes: What You Need to Know
People with diabetes are more likely to develop cataracts, a clouding of the eye’s natural lens. Symptoms may include:
- Cloudy or blurry vision
- Faded colors
- Difficulty with night vision
While cataract surgery is a proven treatment, early detection is key—especially since diabetes can affect healing and outcomes.
Glaucoma: The Silent Thief of Sight
Diabetes also increases the risk of glaucoma, a condition caused by elevated eye pressure that damages the optic nerve. Glaucoma develops gradually and often without noticeable symptoms until significant vision loss occurs.
That’s why we include pressure checks and optic nerve evaluations in every eye exam at Shore Family Eye Care—to catch glaucoma before it advances.
Why Annual Eye Exams Are Critical for Diabetics
Even if your vision feels fine, annual comprehensive eye exams are essential for anyone living with diabetes. These exams allow us to:
- Monitor subtle changes in your eyes
- Detect diabetic eye diseases early
- Begin treatment when it’s most effective
We also offer specialized services such as low vision aids and advanced diagnostic tools to support long-term eye health.
Managing Diabetes to Support Your Vision
Effective diabetes management is one of the best ways to protect your eyes. Here’s how:
- Follow a balanced, nutrient-rich diet
- Stay active
- Take medications as prescribed
- Keep all follow-up appointments
Good overall health contributes directly to healthier eyes.
Don’t Ignore These Vision Changes
If you notice any of the following, contact Shore Family Eye Care right away:
- Sudden blurred or distorted vision
- Increased floaters or dark spots
- Sudden vision loss
- Difficulty seeing at night or glare sensitivity
These could be early warning signs of diabetic eye disease. Early intervention can save your sight.
Let Us Help You Protect Your Vision
At Shore Family Eye Care, we proudly serve Manasquan with compassionate, expert care for patients managing diabetes. Whether you’ve just been diagnosed or have had diabetes for years, we’re here to help you preserve your vision.
Contact us today to book your diabetic eye exam and take an important step in protecting your eyesight.
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