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Nationwide Vision offers access to diabetic eye care specialists at locations throughout Arizona, providing comprehensive care for patients managing diabetes-related eye concerns. Click to find the clinic closest to you.
What Can You Expect During a Diabetic Eye Exam?
Eye exams for patients with diabetes are performed by optometrists who specialize in diabetic eye care. The primary goal of the exam is to look for any abnormalities or changes in the retina, optic nerve, or other areas of the eye that may be affected by diabetes. Detecting diabetic eye disease early can greatly improve long-term outcomes.
Exams consist of a variety of tests:
Visual Acuity & Refraction Testing: Patients are asked to read from an eye chart to assess clarity of vision. The doctor may evaluate for nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism.
Dilated Eye Exam & Ophthalmoscopy: Special eyedrops are used to dilate the pupils, allowing the doctor to examine the back of the eye. Using instruments such as an ophthalmoscope or slit lamp, the eye care specialist can view the retina and check for diabetes-related damage.
Fluorescein Angiogram: A fluorescent dye is injected into a patient’s veins, and images of the retinas are taken as the dye moves through the blood vessels. This allows the specialist to identify structural or functional changes common in diabetic retinopathy.
Glaucoma Testing: The doctor measures eye pressure and examines the optic nerve for signs of glaucoma. Patients with diabetes are at doubled risk of developing this condition.
The Importance of Diabetic Eye Exams
Diabetes can have a significant impact on your eyes, increasing the risk of serious conditions that may lead to vision loss if not detected early. Many of these issues develop without symptoms, so damage can occur before you notice changes in your vision. That’s why diabetic eye exams are so important. Unlike standard exams, diabetic eye exams are specifically designed to identify and diagnose eye diseases linked to diabetes.
For patients diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, an initial diabetic eye exam is recommended as soon as possible, followed by yearly exams thereafter. Patients who require closer monitoring or active treatment may be advised by the doctor to schedule visits more frequently.
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