When you think of diabetes, you don't often think of your vision. However, diabetes is the leading cause of preventable blindness in the US. When your blood sugar levels rise, it restricts the flow of blood and oxygen to the retina. This can lead to bleeding and fluid build-up in the retina. Diabetic retinopathy is a serious disease that causes irreversible damage to your vision. Once you are diagnosed with diabetes, it's important to have a dilated eye exam with your optometrist every year. Dr. Leann Geerts, one of our optometrists here at Wilmington Eye, works with the patients who have been diagnosed with diabetes. Schedule your diabetic eye exam today by visiting wilmingtoneye.com/appointment.