How does diabetes affect the eyes?

Diabetes can lead to various eye complications, most notably diabetic retinopathy. This occurs when high blood sugar levels cause damage to the blood vessels in the retina, which can eventually lead to permanent blindness if left untreated.

Why is early detection of diabetic eye disease difficult?

Many patients are unaware they have the condition because diabetic eye disease often shows no symptoms in its early stages. By the time vision is noticeably affected, the damage may already be severe.

What preventive measures can diabetic patients take for their vision?

Key preventive measures include going for regular professional eye examinations, maintaining strict control over blood sugar levels, and protecting the eyes from external stressors like ultraviolet (UV) radiation.

Diabetes Can Cause Blindness

March 11, 2009

Diabetic Retinopathy Blindness Singapore

Dr Bobby Cheng shares in a news article that among the complications of diabetes, the eyes are the most likely to be affected which can even lead to blindness which most Singaporeans are unaware of.