People with diabetes who experience low blood sugar are more likely to experience worsening diabetic retinopathy.
The loss of blood flow autoregulation caused by diabetes is the result of the disruption of the TRPV2 protein. Even in the absence of diabetes, disrupted blood flow autoregulation causes damage closely resembling that seen in diabetic retinopathy.
A new study reveals a considerable link between three common eye diseases and an increased risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. Researchers believe their findings could help physicians better detect those at risk of developing dementia.
Researchers report Native American ancestry is a significant risk factor for diabetic retinopathy among Latinos with Type 2 diabetes.
