Regular Diabetic Eye Exams for Healthy Vision in Dallas
Diabetes can have a serious impact on eye health, often leading to vision-threatening conditions that develop without early warning signs. Regular eye exams are the key to detecting and managing diabetic eye disease before it causes permanent damage. We provide thorough diabetic eye exams, advanced imaging, and personalized care plans to help patients with diabetes protect their sight. Whether you’re managing newly diagnosed diabetes or have lived with it for years, Dr. Hampton ensures your eyes receive the attention they need to stay healthy.
How Diabetes Affects Your Vision
High blood sugar levels can weaken and damage the tiny blood vessels in the eyes, leading to a range of vision complications. Many diabetic eye diseases progress slowly and without noticeable symptoms, making routine eye exams essential for early detection.
Without proper monitoring, diabetes can lead to permanent vision loss. That’s why Dr. Hampton provides comprehensive diabetic eye care, using state-of-the-art technology to detect problems before they worsen.
Common Diabetic Eye Conditions
Diabetic Retinopathy
Diabetic retinopathy occurs when high blood sugar damages the blood vessels in the retina, leading to bleeding, swelling, and vision loss. In the early stages, there may be no symptoms, but as the condition progresses, patients may experience blurry vision, floaters, or dark spots in their sight.
Dr. Hampton uses retinal imaging and routine screenings to detect and monitor diabetic retinopathy, ensuring early intervention to slow progression and preserve vision.
Increased Risk of Glaucoma & Cataracts
Diabetes doubles the risk of developing glaucoma, a condition that causes optic nerve damage and peripheral vision loss. Cataracts develop earlier and progress faster in people with diabetes, making regular monitoring crucial.
Routine eye pressure checks, visual field tests, and cataract screenings help detect these conditions early, allowing for timely treatment and vision preservation.
Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
Diabetic macular edema occurs when fluid leaks from weakened blood vessels, causing swelling in the macula—the part of the eye responsible for sharp central vision. Left untreated, this can lead to significant vision loss.
Dr. Hampton uses OCT scans to track macular swelling, allowing for early detection and customized management plans to protect sight.
Diabetic Eye Exams & Early Detection at Keesha K Hampton O.D. P.C.
Diabetic eye exams include advanced screenings to detect even the earliest signs of damage.
Dr. Hampton performs:
Retinal Imaging & Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) Scans to capture high-resolution images of the retina, helping detect diabetic retinopathy, macular edema, and optic nerve damage.
Dilation Exams & Visual Field Testing to assess overall retina health and peripheral vision.
Glaucoma & Cataract Screenings to monitor for diabetes-related risks.
With regular monitoring and early intervention, many patients can slow or prevent vision loss from diabetes.
Why Patients with Diabetes Trust Dr. Hampton for Eye Care
Using state-of-the-art diagnostic technology, Dr. Hampton tracks changes in eye health, providing timely recommendations to prevent complications. Her patient-first approach ensures that every diabetic eye exam is thorough, unrushed, and tailored to the individual’s needs.
For those experiencing sudden vision changes or diabetic-related eye concerns, same-day and walk-in appointments are available. If you are managing diabetes, don’t wait until symptoms appear. Make an appointment with Dr. Hampton for a diabetic eye exam to protect your eyesight.