Скачать или смотреть What you should know about diabetic retinopathy - Online interview

"After having diabetes for a number of years, or if it is poorly controlled, the blood supply can slowly reduce in the back of the eye. ... [That] can lead to abnormal blood vessels growing on the back of the eye. These can sometimes bleed or affect your vision."

Diabetes is a common condition affecting millions of people in the UK. One complication of the disease is the negative impact it can have on one's vision. If the retina in the eye is damaged by high sugar levels as a result of diabetes, this is called diabetic retinopathy. In our latest online video, esteemed consultant ophthalmologist Mrs Samantha Mann, who treats patients in London, shares her expertise on the condition. She outlines how diabetes damages the eyes, what the warning signs are, and when and how it is treated.

00:00 What part of the eye can be affected by diabetes?
01:14 How does diabetic retinopathy occur?
02:20 How can you tell if diabetes is affecting your eyes?
03:16 How long does it take for diabetes to damage the eyes?
03:38 Can diabetic retinopathy go away without treatment?
04:13 What is the best treatment for diabetic retinopathy?

To schedule a consultation with Mrs Mann simply visit her Top Doctors profile here: https://www.topdoctors.co.uk/doctor/s...

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