Diabetic retinopathy is a diabetes-related condition in which blood vessels in the retina grow abnormally. Without treatment, the blood vessels can grow over and leak into the retina, decreasing or destroying vision altogether. If you have diabetes, a family history of the disease, or are experiencing the symptoms of diabetic retinopathy (retinal changes, floaters, flashers, blurry vision, and difficulty seeing close-up images)

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