Who might get diabetes-related retinopathy?

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Who might get diabetes-related retinopathy?

Anyone who has diabetes can get diabetes-related retinopathy, including people who have:

  • Gestational diabetes.
  • Type 1 diabetes.
  • Type 2 diabetes.

If you have diabetes, risk factors for diabetes-related retinopathy can include:

  • Pregnancy.
  • Hypertension.
  • Uncontrolled blood sugar.
  • Hyperlipidemia.
  • The duration for which you have had diabetes-related retinopathy.

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