Blindness or severe vision impairment afflicts millions of people in the U.S. For many of these individuals, diabetic retinopathy led to their disability. You may be able to help your diabetic patients retain their vision by encouraging them to make dietary changes. But did you know that there is more you can do? By offering sleep apnea treatment, you may be able to prevent changes in the eye that contribute to vision impairment. Let’s discuss the link between blindness and sleep apnea.
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