Auburn Diabetes

Diabetes can directly affect the health of the eyes. As the disease progresses, it can cause troubles to arise in the eyes’ retinas. The capillaries in the eyes can develop microaneurysms, which permanently dilate the vessels, eventually cause them to break and leak blood.

The new capillaries that form to replace the broken ones are unfortunately very weak and usually also leak. The blood doesn’t react well with the retina and has been known to cause permanent damage to the eyes’ retinas which leads to loss of vision. If you have diabetes, it’s crucial that you see an eye doctor once a year to monitor the health of your eyes.

Monitor Diabetes’s Effects on Your Eyes with an Auburn Optometrist

Here at Kosnoski Eye Care, Inc., we have years of experience treating patients with diabetes. Our doctors specialize in early diagnosis so patients can begin controlled care as quickly as possible, ensuring the maximum long-term health of their eyes. Despite the fact that diabetes is the leading cause of new cases of blindness in the U.S., many people do not see any decline in vision for 20 years or more.

Our Auburn office, Auburn Vision Clinic, makes regular visits very convenient for all Auburn residents. Our doctors will work closely with your general physician to monitor your ocular health and ensure the best steps are taken to control the disease’s effects on your eyes. If diabetes does begin to damage your retinas, we have relationships with some of the top retinal specialists who can address any retinal issues.

With two additional locations to serve you, call to schedule a consultation.

Fairwood Vision Clinic
(425) 255-6860

Kent Vision Clinic
(253) 852-2020

Auburn Vision Clinic
(253) 833-6060