Protect Your Long-Term Eye Health
Diabetes can have a significant impact on your eye health, making regular eye exams essential for those living with this condition. We offer diabetic eye exams designed to detect and manage the eye complications associated with diabetes.
Our comprehensive exams implement technology to protect your vision and help prevent serious complications. The American Diabetes Association (ADA) recommends annual diabetic eye exams to help maintain your vision and prevent ocular problems.
Contact us to schedule your next diabetic eye exam today.
The Importance of Diabetic Eye Exams
Diabetes can increase the risk of developing several serious eye conditions, including diabetic retinopathy, cataracts, and glaucoma.
Diabetic retinopathy, in particular, is a leading cause of vision loss among adults and occurs when high blood sugar levels damage the blood vessels in the retina. Early detection of these conditions is critical to preventing vision loss, which is why regular diabetic eye exams are crucial to managing your overall health.
A Closer Look at Diabetic Retinopathy
The symptoms of diabetic retinopathy can be subtle, but yearly diabetic eye exams can monitor changes or patterns to prevent worsening symptoms.
Some common symptoms can include:
- Blurred vision
- Floaters, dark spots, or strings
- Empty or dark areas
- Difficulty focusing
- Altered color vision
- Vision loss (partial or total)
The longer you live with diabetes, the more likely you’ll develop conditions that affect your eye health. If you have concerns about diabetic eye disease, we can come up with a game plan that works for you.
What to Expect During a Diabetic Eye Exam
A diabetic eye exam is similar to a comprehensive eye exam with some key differences. Your eye doctor will focus on the health of your retina and ocular blood vessels. One standard method of assessing your eye health during a diabetic eye exam is retinal imaging.
Some technology we implement includes:
- Fundus photography: records color images of the interior surface of your eye.
- Optical coherence tomography (OCT): uses light waves to create cross-sectional images of your retina.
We can make your eye exam more accurate and more comfortable by using our technology. However, some methods may require the use of dilating eye drops.
Managing Your Eye Health with Diabetes
Managing diabetes effectively is crucial to protecting your vision. In addition to regular eye exams, controlling your blood sugar levels, blood pressure, and cholesterol can significantly reduce the risk of diabetic eye complications.
Our team is experienced in managing diabetic eye conditions and is here to support you with compassionate care. Contact us to schedule your diabetic eye exam today.
Get Relief from Dry Eye
Living with dry, irritated eyes can make even simple tasks uncomfortable. Our dedicated team of optometrists offers tailored solutions to help you find relief from dry eye. During your eye exam, we use diagnostics to uncover the cause of your dry eye symptoms and provide treatments like prescription drops, heat therapy, or lifestyle recommendations. Trust us to deliver the care you need for refreshed, hydrated vision.
Your Partner in Managing Keratoconus
Keratoconus can make daily life challenging, but with the right care, we can help you manage it. At Daniel Island Eye Care, our optometrists specialize in diagnosing and managing this condition with solutions like scleral lenses and diagnostics like corneal topography.
These customized treatments can improve vision and protect long-term eye health. Book your eye exam today for the first step toward clearer vision and better eye health.
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