Endocrinology and Metabolic Disorders

Diabetes is a condition in which the blood glucose (blood sugar) level is abnormally high. Glucose, which is obtained from the food consumed, is the primary source of energy in the body. However, the excess glucose level in the blood can cause health issues over time and can lead to vision disorders like Diabetic Retinopathy (DR) and Diabetic Macular Edema (DME). People with diabetic retinopathycan produce an excessive amount of protein called vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), which leads to the formation of abnormal blood vessels in the eye. These blood vessels will swell and leak, ultimately leading to impaired vision. DR is the most prevalent diabetic eye ...