Diabetic retinopathy
Diabetic retinopathy treatment on Long Island
Diabetic retinopathy is damage to the retina’s blood vessels caused by high blood sugar over time, and a leading cause of vision loss in adults with diabetes. It often causes no early symptoms, which is why regular dilated eye exams are essential.
This condition can be an emergency
Symptoms
Diabetic retinopathy often has no symptoms in its early stages. As it progresses, patients may notice blurred vision, floaters, dark areas in the field of vision, or difficulty seeing at night. Regular dilated exams are essential for anyone living with diabetes.
Treatment
Treatment depends on the stage of disease and may include anti-VEGF injections to reduce swelling and abnormal blood vessel growth, laser treatment to seal leaking vessels, and vitrectomy surgery for advanced cases with bleeding or scar tissue.
Why Dr. Maisel for diabetic retinopathy
Dr. Maisel has managed diabetic eye disease for more than four decades, from early monitoring through complex surgical repair. His practice coordinates closely with your endocrinologist and primary care physician so your eyes and your overall health are treated together.
Frequently asked
Can diabetic retinopathy be treated?
Yes. With injections, laser, and, in advanced cases, surgery. Outcomes depend on the stage at diagnosis, which is why early detection through regular dilated exams matters.
See Dr. Maisel about this condition
New patients are welcome at both Long Island offices. Urgent symptoms are seen the same day.