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+ Larger Font / - Smaller Font Diabetic Macular Edema Diabetic macular edema (DME) is swelling or thickening of the retina due to leaky blood vessels within the macula. When swelling occurs in the retina, damage occurs causing loss of vision in the affected eye. Symptoms can include blurry central vision, “cob-webs,” and black spots, which are usually noticed in the central vision. People with diabetes can help prevent DME from occurring by controlling blood sugar, blood pressure, controlling their lipids and triglycerides, and to schedule regular diabetic eye examinations. There are many new options for treating DME. Ask you ophthalmologist which option is best for you. Factors contributing to DME Poor control over blood sugar Poor control over blood pressure Renal disease Elevated lipids and triglycerides Last updated on June 18, 2008 West Texas Retina Consultants Sunil S. Patel, M.D., Ph.D. S. Young Lee, M.D. 5441 Health Center Dr Abliene, Texas 79606 800-810-7411 325-673-9806 info@westtexasretina.com |
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