Diabetic retinopathy primary prevention

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Primary Prevention

• Tight control of blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol
• Quitting smoking
• Avoiding resistance or high-impact exercises
• Having regular check yearly under your ophthalmologist's direction

The following people are particularly advised to have a complete eye exam:

• Children older than 10 years who have had diabetes for 3 or more years
• Adults and adolescents with type 2 diabetes soon after diagnosis
• Adolescents and adults with type 1 diabetes within 5 years of diagnosis
• If you are beginning a new exercise program or are planning to get pregnant