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Diabetic Retinopathy: When Diabetes Affects Your Vision •Diabetic retinopathy is a serious eye condition that occurs when prolonged high blood sugar levels damage the tiny blood vessels in the retina. •Over time, these damaged vessels may leak, swell, or close off completely, affecting vision and potentially leading to blindness if untreated. •This condition is common in people with uncontrolled or long-standing diabetes. •Early stages may not show noticeable symptoms, but as it progresses, patients may experience •Blurred vision •Floaters •Dark spots •Difficulty seeing at night or •sudden vision changes. •Risk factors include poor blood sugar control, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and duration of diabetes. •At Paavai Eye & Skin Care Hospital, Salem, our specialists use advanced retinal screening and imaging techniques to detect diabetic retinopathy at an early stage. •Treatment options may include laser therapy, injections, or surgical procedures depending on the severity. •Regular eye check-ups and proper diabetes management are key to preventing vision loss. •Visit Paavai Eye & Skin Care Hospital for expert diabetic eye care and protection of your vision. #DiabeticRetinopathy #EyeCare #DiabetesAwareness #HealthyVision #PaavaiEyeCare 👁️✨