Condition
Retinopathy - diabetic
David Cohen, M.D.Published 13 February 20051 min read
Alternative names
Diabetic retinopathy
Definition
Diabetic retinopathy is progressive damage to the eye's retina caused by long-term diabetes. It can cause blindness.
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David Cohen, M.D.
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