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DIABETIC RETINOPATHY: COMMON SYMPTOMS AND AILMENTS

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Diabetic retinopathy is a condition that occurs as a result of damage to the blood vessels of the retina in people who have diabetes. Diabetic retinopathy can develop if you have type 1 or 2 diabetes and a long history of uncontrolled high blood sugar levels. While you may start out with only mild vision problems, you can eventually lose your sight. Untreated diabetic retinopathy is one of the most common causes of blindness in the United States, according to the National Eye InstituteTrusted Source. It’s also the most common eye disease in people with diabetes.DIABETIC RETINOPATHY: COMMON SYMPTOMS AND AILMENTS

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