Frequently Asked Questions
Here’s a list of frequently asked questions about diabetic retinopathy and diabetic macular edema, their causes, symptoms, and treatments.
Topics: Diabetic Retinopathy Diabetic Macular Edema Treatment Potential Impact
How can I take care of my eye health during an event like the COVID-19 pandemic?
Diabetic Retinopathy
How and why does diabetes impact the eyes?
What is diabetic retinopathy?
What causes diabetic retinopathy?
Does everybody with diabetes have a risk of developing diabetic retinopathy?
Are there other factors that increase the risk of developing diabetic retinopathy?
What are the different stages of diabetic retinopathy?
What are the symptoms of diabetic retinopathy?
How is diabetic retinopathy diagnosed?
How do I know if I have diabetic retinopathy?
How soon do I need to have my eyes checked if I have diabetes?
Can diabetic retinopathy cause blindness?
How fast does diabetic retinopathy progress, and can progression be slowed?
Can the severity of diabetic retinopathy be reduced?
How can I reduce the risk of developing diabetic retinopathy?
Diabetic Macular Edema
What is diabetic macular edema?
Does diabetic retinopathy lead to diabetic macular edema?
What are the symptoms of diabetic macular edema?
Treatment
How is diabetic retinopathy treated?
What kind of eye care specialist treats diabetic retinopathy?
Potential Impact of Diabetic Retinopathy and Diabetic Macular Edema
How could diabetic retinopathy impact my life?
How could diabetic macular edema affect my life?
Where can I get support if I am losing my vision because of diabetic retinopathy?