diabetes - Disease involving a disorder
of sugar metabolism. This condition affects many parts of the
body and requires close control of blood sugar and evaluation,
in particular of the eyes, yearly.
diabetic
retinopathy
- Altered sugar metabolism results in poor circulation and abnormal
metabolism of the retinal cells. Vision can be damaged by cell
loss and hemorrhage. Careful frequent eye examinations are necessary
to detect diabetic damage in early stages. Treatment can limit
the possible harm and increase a person's chances of good vision
for a lifetime.
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