The Affects Of Diabetes And Retinopathy On The Eyes
By Adrian Whittle
Diabetes is a metabolic disorder where the body cannot reduce the level of the sugar in the blood. This causes a number of problems. Sugar is the primary source of energy to the cells and without this energy the cells starve. This is a major concern, especially to people with type 1 diabetes, and insulin replacement therapy is needed to facilitate this process. High levels of sugar in the blood for many years has effects on many of the body’s organs and systems. Thus many people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes will have a poor circulation system. Their immune system may not be as responsive or efficient and they may have an increased risk of heart disease and atherosclerosis. Another common complication of diabetes is problems with the eyes. The most common problem is known as diabetic retinopathy and is a consequence of the poor circulation. This article will discuss diabetes and retinopathy and other eye problems that may occur.
Diabetes retinopathy is the most common complication of the disease in the eye. To a lesser extent a diabetic can suffer from cataracts and glaucoma but they are generally easy to detect and treat. Retinopathy is not that easy to spot and it is important that get a regular eye examination annually as part of the ongoing treatment for diabetes.
Tina Radcliffe spent many years caring for and teaching newly diagnosed diabetics in the home setting. Her other experiences include ... .. 
