Diabetic Eye Exams in London

Glaucoma is a group of conditions that damage the optic nerve. The optic nerve carries messages from your eye into your brain and is vital for vision.

Diabetes can affect the fluid pressure in the eye, which is a significant risk factor for many types of glaucoma. In this case, diabetes nearly doubles your risk for developing open-angle glaucoma.

The macula is the centre of the retina and is responsible for sharp, fine details needed to read and see faces.

Diabetic macular edema occurs when complications from diabetes cause swelling in the macula, which can lead to vision loss. It is often found in those who already have signs of diabetic retinopathy.

Cataracts occur when the lens of the eye becomes clouded. Symptoms include:

• Dull or muted colour vision
• Foggy or blurred vision
• Decreased night vision
• Halos

Diabetes makes you 2–5 times more likely to develop cataracts at a younger age.