04/09/2025
🔵 DIABETES & EYE HEALTH: A Must-Read! 👁️
If you or someone you love has diabetes, it’s important to know that it doesn’t just affect your blood sugar — it can also impact your eyesight in serious ways.
📌 One of the most common complications is diabetic retinopathy — a condition where high blood sugar damages the tiny blood vessels in the retina (the light-sensitive part of your eye). Over time, this can lead to vision problems or even blindness if left untreated.
👀 Watch for these warning signs:
Blurry or distorted vision
Seeing floaters or dark spots
Vision that goes in and out
Dark or empty areas in your sight
But here’s the good news: vision loss from diabetes is preventable — if caught early!
✅ Here’s how to protect your eyes:
Keep your blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol under control
Schedule a comprehensive eye exam every year (even if your vision seems fine)
Report any vision changes to your optician right away
👨⚕️ Don’t wait for symptoms to appear — by then, damage may already be done.
💬 Share this post to help spread awareness. You might help someone save their sight!
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