Diabetic Eye Care

Regular diabetic eye care is key to preserving your vision if you have prediabetes or diabetes. At Vistasite Eye Care in The Bronx, New York City, experienced optometrist Rostislav Ryvkin, OD, provides comprehensive diabetic eye care to prevent common diabetes-related eye problems, including glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy. Dr. Ryvkin develops personalized treatment plans to slow the progression of eye disease and prevent vision loss. Call Vistasite Eye Care in The Bronx today to make an appointment, or book your visit online. 

Why do people with diabetes need diabetic eye care?

People with diabetes are more likely than others to develop eye problems, especially when their blood sugar levels are uncontrolled. Blood sugar levels that remain high for extended periods damage the blood vessels that nourish the eyes, increasing your risk of:

Glaucoma

Glaucoma damages the optic nerve and can lead to vision loss and blindness. 

Cataracts

Cataracts are a clouding of the lens of the eye. They develop slowly, causing blurry, distorted vision.

Diabetic retinopathy

Diabetic retinopathy damages the blood vessels in the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. 

Dr. Ryvkin provides comprehensive diabetic eye care to reduce the risk of eye diseases and vision loss.

What happens during a diabetic eye care visit?

During your initial diabetic eye care appointment at Vistasite Eye Care in The Bronx, Dr. Ryvkin reviews your personal and family medical history.

He dilates your eyes using special eyedrops and performs a detailed eye exam. Your exam includes digital retinal photography, which lets Dr. Ryvkin get a closer look at the structures in the back of your eye.

If your eyes are healthy, it’s essential to monitor your blood sugar levels regularly and keep up with visits to your family doctor. 

Smoking damages the blood vessels in your eyes and can lead to vision loss. If you smoke, Dr. Ryvkin gives you resources to help you quit.

If your exam reveals damage to the blood vessels or tissues in your eyes, Dr. Ryvkin makes personalized treatment recommendations. He might suggest prescription eyedrops or oral medications to slow the progression of diabetic eye disease.

How frequently should I schedule diabetic eye care?

You should schedule a diabetic eye care appointment at Vistasite Eye Care in The Bronx once a year if your eyes are healthy. Dr. Ryvkin uses testing to track changes in your eye health from one year to the next.

If you’re undergoing treatment for diabetes-related eye damage, you may need to schedule more frequent appointments so Dr. Ryvkin can monitor your progress.

Anytime you notice changes in your vision, schedule an appointment at Vistasite Eye Care in The Bronx. Delays in treatment can put your eyesight at risk.

Call Vistasite Eye Care in The Bronx today to schedule diabetic eye care, or book your appointment online.