Beverley Opticians Warns About Diabetes Connection To Eye Health

An opticians in Beverley is urging members of the public suffering from diabetes, or those who may be at risk of the disease, to ensure they undergo regular eye exams in an effort to spot early stages of eye conditions causes by the disease.

Specsavers in Beverley is issuing the health warning ahead of World Diabetes Day on 14 November, a day dedicated to increasing awareness about diabetes.

According to charity Diabetes UK, there are over 4 million people in the UK are living with diabetes which could mean they are at risk of suffering from diabetic retinopathy, a disease which causes damage to the retina and which could eventually lead to blindness if left untreated.

Jeremy Beesley director at the store on Toll Gavel is urging members of the public who suffer from diabetes to upkeep regular eye exams and come into store and have their eye health checked.

He warns:

“There are often no warning signs in the early stages of diabetic retinopathy but if left untreated the results could be life changing, which is why it’s so important for sufferers to have their eyes tested on an annual basis.”

“A comprehensive eye exam is the only way to spot the condition in its early stages and could allow us the chance to take preventative measures.”

Symptoms of the disease include blurred vision, floaters or shadows and missing areas of vision.

To find out more or to book an eye test at Specsavers in Beverley visit the store, call 01482 679 933 or book online via www.specsavers.co.uk/Beverley