Diabetic eye disease
This Discussion Forum is for discussion of eye problems that happen to people with diabetes. Examples include diabetic retinopathy, cataracts, glaucoma, and blurry vision from high blood sugar.
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Posted by in 05:00:00
I have been diagnosed as type 2 for 6 years. My highest A1C was 6.5, last being 5.8. Numbers high only at morning fasting. I take Metformin and Byetta 10. I accidently discovered loss of night vision in one eye at night. This is in low light, if it is bright I can see ok. Last year eye exam the doctor told me the eye showed some changes but nothing to be worried about. And, now I am worried. Is this what happens with diabetic eyes, even when numbers are not high? I have a call in to my doctor to get a referral for an exam. I guess I thought problems happened if numbers were high, not if they were kept low and within range.
Chek this site for more information on Diabetic Retinopathy, a mjor complecation of UNCPNTOL diabetes. http://www.eyemdlink.com/Condition.asp?ConditionID=3
New ADA guidelines recommend A1C below 6.5. Seek guidance from a specialistsfor Retina in addition to your regular Opthalmologist. YOU have to remain on guard for Retinopathy and other eye desease always and best solution is good diabetes control.
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