Main Menu Back to Eye Disorders Adaptive Equipment Braille Eye Exams Eye Surgery History News Research & Clinical Studies Eye Diagram Glossary   Our Other Sites Bookstore Directory Other Resources Statistics Vision Health Resources Search All Sites Site Map Resource Links Third Party Links Eye Disorders - Diabetic Retinopathy Diabetic retinopathy is a complication of diabetes and a leading cause of blindness. It occurs when diabetes damages the tiny blood vessels inside the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. A healthy retina is necessary for good vision. If you have diabetic retinopathy, at first you may notice no changes to your vision. But over time, diabetic retinopathy can get worse and cause vision loss. Diabetic retinopathy usually affects both eyes. Normal vision The same scene as it might be viewed by a person with age-related diabetic retinopathy. For More Information: Frequently Asked Questions about Diabetic Retinopathy Statistics for Diabetic Retinopathy Other Resources for Information about Diabetic Retinopathy Source: National Eye Institute

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