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Diabetic retinopathy is the most common diabetic eye disease and a leading cause of blindness in American adults. It is caused by changes in the blood vessels of the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye necessary for good vision.

If you have diabetic retinopathy, at first you may not notice changes to your vision. But over time, diabetic retinopathy can get worse and cause vision loss. Diabetic retinopathy usually affects both eyes.

Often there are no symptoms in the early stages of the disease, nor is there any pain. Don’t wait for symptoms. Be sure to have a comprehensive dilated eye exam at least once a year.

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Diabetes takes a huge toll on individuals as well as society. According to the CDC, diabetes is the most expensive chronic condition in our nation. The estimated total economic cost of diagnosed diabetes in 2017 is $327 billion, a 26% increase from 2012.

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