Detecting and treating common causes of vision loss in patients with diabetes

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Detecting and treating common causes of vision loss in patients with diabetes

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Vanessa Weenink

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This article discusses four common causes of vision loss in patients with diabetes and provides advice for GPs on how to make an in-room diagnosis and recommend appropriate treatment

Vicky Wang and Mo Ziaei

Key points, GPs have a crucial role in coordinating the overall wellbeing of patients with diabetes; what is achievable and acceptable is different in each indivi, Pract Green w Pale Yellow