Diabetic retinopathy:
A ❏ is reversible changes in the lens shape
B ❏ indicates long-standing uncontrolled diabetes
C ❏ presents with impaired drainage of the aqueous humour
D ❏ is an example of corneal injury
E ❏ is characterised by proteolytic enzymes affecting the lens
The answer is B, and our winner for yesterday is Maryam.
Diabetic retinopathy is a microvascular complication of diabetes. Optimal
blood glucose control in diabetic patients reduces the long-term risks of
microvascular damage. Long-standing uncontrolled diabetes leads to
microvascular damage including damage to the retina. Diabetic retinopathy
may cause permanent opacity of the vitreous humour and eventually blindness
may result.
B
B
C
B
B
B