diabetic retinopathy
diabetic retinopathy is a disease of the retina, the thin tissue that lines the back of the eye. the condition is a complication of diabetes. it is related to long-term high blood sugar levels. over time, this leads to changes in blood vessels that interfere with oxygen delivery to the cells in the retina.
current as of: october 2, 2023
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