Diabetic Eye Exam
Roughly 1 in 10 people in the United States have diabetes, and diabetic retinopathy is one of the leading causes of vision loss. If you have diabetes, taking care of your eyes is an important part of your overall health. At Orchard Ophthalmology, Dr. Mavis Gappy, M.D., provides thorough, personalized diabetic eye exams to detect problems early and protect your vision.
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A diabetic eye exam is a detailed evaluation of the retina to look for signs of diabetic eye disease, including diabetic retinopathy and macular edema.
Diabetes can affect the small blood vessels in the eye, often without noticeable symptoms in the early stages. Regular exams allow for early detection and timely treatment to prevent vision loss.
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Diabetic eye disease is one of the leading causes of vision loss, but it is often preventable with early detection and proper management.
Routine eye exams help:
Detect changes before symptoms develop
Monitor progression over time
Guide treatment when needed
Protect long-term vision
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Anyone with diabetes should have regular eye exams, including:
Type 1 diabetes
Type 2 diabetes
Patients newly diagnosed with diabetes
Patients with long-standing diabetes
Annual exams are typically recommended, though some patients may need more frequent monitoring.
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Many patients have no early symptoms, but possible signs include:
Blurry or fluctuating vision
Dark spots or floaters
Difficulty reading
Vision changes that come and go
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At Orchard Ophthalmology, we perform a thorough evaluation of the retina and overall eye health.
Your visit may include:
Dilated eye exam to assess retinal and optic nerve health
Retinal evaluation with advanced OCT imaging
We carefully review your findings and explain what they mean for your vision.