DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I know that diabetes can take a real toll on your body, but I didn’t know that it includes your eyes. How are they affected by this disease?
ANSWER: While eye care and regular eye exams are important for everyone, they’re particularly vital for people with diabetes.
Diabetes is a prevalent condition worldwide, affecting approximately 10% of the population. It’s caused by a problem in the way the body regulates and uses sugar as fuel. Diabetes is a systemic disease, which means it affects many organs, including the heart, blood vessels, nerves, kidneys and eyes.
