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Diabetes affects more than just blood sugar levels—it can have serious consequences for your eyesight. Diabetic retinopathy is one of the most common complications of diabetes and the leading cause of vision loss in working-age adults. However, with early detection, lifestyle changes, and advanced treatments, you can take control of your eye health and preserve your vision.

At Sweeney Eye Associates, our medical retina specialists, Dr. Lippas in Richardson and Dr. Chavala in Sunnyvale (with limited openings), are dedicated to helping patients with diabetic eye disease manage their condition with expert care.

Understanding Diabetic Retinopathy

Diabetic retinopathy occurs when high blood sugar damages the tiny blood vessels in the retina, causing them to leak, swell, or close off entirely. This can lead to vision loss if left untreated. Many people don’t experience symptoms in the early stages, making regular retina exams crucial for early detection.

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Common Symptoms of Diabetic Retinopathy:

  • Blurry or fluctuating vision
  • Dark spots or floaters
  • Difficulty seeing at night
  • Sudden flashes of light
  • Vision loss in one or both eyes
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How We Support You at Sweeney Eye Associates

Comprehensive Diabetic Eye Exams

Annual dilated eye exams are the best way to catch diabetic retinopathy early. We use advanced retinal imaging to detect any changes before they cause vision problems.

Medical Retina Treatments

Depending on the stage of diabetic retinopathy, we offer a range of treatments, including:

  • Anti-VEGF injections to reduce swelling and prevent abnormal blood vessel growth.
  • Laser therapy to seal leaking blood vessels and slow progression.
  • Vitrectomy surgery for advanced cases where scar tissue or bleeding affects vision.

Personalized Retina Care Plans

Diabetes affects every patient differently. We create customized treatment and monitoring plans tailored to your retina health, blood sugar control, and lifestyle.

FAQs: Living with Diabetic Retinopathy

While early-stage diabetic retinopathy can stabilize or improve with blood sugar control, advanced stages require medical intervention. The best approach is early detection and treatment to prevent further damage.

It is recommended to have a dilated eye exam at least once a year. If you already have diabetic retinopathy, your retina specialist may recommend more frequent monitoring.

Yes! Consistently managing blood sugar and blood pressure helps slow the progression of diabetic retinopathy and reduces the risk of severe vision loss.

Treatment options depend on the severity of your condition. They may include:

  • Anti-VEGF injections to reduce swelling in the retina.
  • Laser therapy to stop blood vessel leakage.
  • Vitrectomy surgery for advanced cases with bleeding or scar tissue.

Your retina specialist will create a treatment plan based on your specific needs.

Yes! You can protect your vision by:

  1. Keeping blood sugar and blood pressure under control.
  2. Eating a diet rich in eye-healthy nutrients.
  3. Quitting smoking to reduce your risk of severe complications.
  4. Keeping up with annual retina exams for early detection.

If you have diabetic retinopathy or any vision changes, a medical retina specialist is the best provider to monitor and treat the condition. Dr. Lippas in Richardson and Dr. Chavala in Sunnyvale specialize in diabetic eye disease and can provide expert-level care.

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Protect Your Vision with Expert Retina Care

At Sweeney Eye Associates, we specialize in medical retina care for patients living with diabetic retinopathy. Whether you need routine monitoring or advanced treatment, our experienced retina specialists are here to help.

Don’t wait until symptoms appear – Early detection can make all the difference in preserving your vision

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