Question 1

Why do children with diabetes face a high risk of eye damage?

Accepted Answer

Raised blood sugar can damage back of the eye - retina causing Diabetic retinopathy, which left untreated can lead to blindness. This makes children with Diabetes at high risk when compared to normal childern.

Question 2

I'm really curious about the timeline for getting Lasik surgery. From the initial check-up to the actual procedure, does it take months, or can it all be done in just a few days? Also, how many days will I need to recover? And what's the deal with going back to workcan I return to the office right after the surgery?

Accepted Answer

In 2  weeks you will be fine after surgery,3 months is needed for complete recovery, take adequate rest and follow your doctor advice.

Question 3

I'm noticing that when I close my right eye, I see a blurred image with my left eyeit's like half of what I'm seeing is clear and the other half is not. Also, sometimes my ear starts to hurt and the pain feels like it pulses at the same time in both my ear and eye. It's not something that happens all the time, but it's becoming a concern for me. What could this be?

Accepted Answer

Visit your doctor for evaluation and appropriate management

I'm really worried about my cataracts and wondering if getting my blood sugar back to normal could help them disappear naturally. Is there any way to naturally get rid of cataracts once my sugar levels are under control?

No, that needs surgical correction

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