Early Detection Of Diabetic Retinopathy

We all understand the importance of our annual eye exam. Your annual eye checkup is more than simply making incremental changes to your prescription.

Here at Wight Eye Care in Loves Park IL, we identify signs of serious eye diseases, which allows for the early detection of diabetic retinopathy.

Diabetic retinopathy is the leading cause of vision loss in the world. Since this condition often materializes as ophthalmoscopically, non-visible, neurovascular damage that grows prior to the first clinical signs, your annual eye exam may be the first chance you have for early detection of the disease.

Importance of Early Detection of Diabetic Retinopathy

As mentioned, diabetic retinopathy is the leading cause of vision worldwide. According to the American Diabetes Association, in 2018 more than 10% of the American population, 34.2 million people, suffered from diabetes, and of those 34.2 million people, more than seven million were undiagnosed. Clearly, this represents a serious health issue that can be identified through your annual eye exam here at Wight Eye Care in Loves Park IL.

Since diabetes affects the body’s blood vessels, your optometrist is well positioned to detect signs of the disease because they materialize in the blood vessels in the back of the eye. These blood vessels are the only ones in the body that can be directly viewed by a doctor. As such, this window provides an excellent opportunity for our optometrist to identify any suspicious activity related to your eye’s blood vessels.

While treatment options are unable to restore vision or undo the damage, it can put the brakes on your vision worsening. Additionally, lifestyle changes designed to control your blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and diet.

Regardless, scheduling your annual eye exam is the first step in ensuring you protect your vision with early detection of diabetic retinopathy.

Schedule an Appointment at Wight Eye Care Today

When it comes time to schedule your eye exam in Loves Park IL, give our team a call for the best in optometry care for the entire family. We make it easy for you to take care of all your eye care needs including screening for early signs of diabetic retinopathy. Schedule an appointment and discover how we can help you today with all your eye care needs.

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