Friday, December 10, 2010

Diabetes and Eyes

Diabetes is known as killer disease that can have adverse impact on several organs. This killer disease can play havoc with eyes, heart, kidney, liver and the neuro system.

Some of the problems related to eyes with an impact of diabetes include cataract, glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy.

Cataract is often a major problem that is seen in diabetic persons. It is clouding of the lens, which can be treated by surgery. Glaucoma is a condition when the eyes get filled up with fluid and when the pressure of the fluid builds up in the eyes. This condition may lead to damage of the optic nerves.

Diabetic retinopathy is a condition when the small blood vessels in the eyes get damaged.

A diabetic person should always take care of the eyes. He or she should go for periodic eye check ups.

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