Diabetic Eye Disease

Question 1

What are the features of non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy?

Answer 1

Micro-anerysm - can rupture to form blot haemorrhages
Hard exudates (leak of lipids and proteins)
Soft exudates/cotton wool spots (areas of infarct)

Question 2

What are the features of prolierative diabetic retinopathy?

Answer 2

Formation of new abnormal blood vessels

Question 3

What is meant by diabetic maculopathy?

Answer 3

Any changes affecting the fovea/macula
Cause changes in vision eg blurring or decreased visual acuity