Diabetes and eye problems: Do not ignore these symptoms!
Are your sugar levels affecting your eyes?
Recognize these eye symptoms, diabetes can be a danger!
Relation between diabetes and eyes: Know how to avoid blindness!
Blurry eyes? This could be a sign of diabetes

Diabetes is a non-infectious disease, which does not spread from one person to another, but its cases are increasing rapidly in India, which is a matter of serious concern. Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) data shows that there are more than 10 crore diabetes patients in the country and these figures are increasing every year. This disease occurs due to increased sugar level, and once diabetes occurs, its treatment is not possible. However, this can only be controlled. If diabetes is not controlled properly, it can affect every part of the body, and it can also cause eye problems or blindness.

Diabetes and eye problems

In diabetic patients, high blood sugar affects the entire body, and its biggest impact is on the retina of the eyes. When the sugar level increases, it affects the blood supply in the body, and also affects the nerves of the retina. If sugar levels remain high for a long time, the retina can become weak and gradually deteriorate completely, increasing the risk of blindness.

Who is at risk of this problem?

According to Dr. AK Grover, former HOD of Eye Department of Sir Gangaram Hospital, the risk of this disease is higher after 50 years. This problem can occur in both type-1 and type-2 diabetes patients. Although its symptoms are mild in the beginning and can be easily identified, this disease is usually not caught during eye checkups done at spectacle shops. For its correct identification, it is necessary to get an eye test done by a doctor.

Diabetes patients should not ignore these symptoms

blurred vision
eye pain
swelling around the eyes
Floaters (small black spots) in the eyes
Faded or blurry colors
constant watering and irritation from the eyes
having trouble reading something
If you feel any of these symptoms, contact a doctor immediately. Ignoring these symptoms can be dangerous for you.

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