Diabetic Eye Exam
Diabetes affects the body in many different ways and can have pronounced effects on the eyes. High blood sugar due to diabetes causes cataracts, glaucoma and blurry vision. Diabetes may also damage your eyes by attacking the blood vessels on the retina at the back of your eyeball. If you are diabetic, it is important to schedule regular diabetic eye exams since diabetes-related conditions can go undiagnosed for years if the patient does not show any symptoms. Thanks to diabetic eye exams, it is possible to catch these problems in the early stages.
At Lininger Eye Carre, we have years of experience working with our patients in Lenexa, Overland Park and surrounding cities in Kansas City. For more information on diabetic eye exams or to schedule an appointment with our optometrist, please schedule an appointment today.
Preparing for the Exam
Before going to your appointment, please be prepared to tell the doctor of any issues and help information such as:
- Symptoms of eye problems such as difficulty seeing at night, temporary double vision or loss of vision, etc.
- Any family history of eye problems, glaucoma, macular degeneration, cataracts, etc.).
- Any questions about their vision, glasses, contacts, laser surgery, etc.
- Symptoms of eye problems such as difficulty seeing at night, temporary double vision or loss of vision, etc.
- List of Prescriptions and over-the-counter drugs currently being used.
- Your general health condition (existing allergies, chronic health problems, operations, etc.).
It is also recommended that the take the following items with them to their eye appointment:
- Vision Care plan or Insurance card or information
- Glasses, contact lenses or both.