Diabetic Macular Edema Almost Stole My Sight - HealthCentral.com
Diabetic Macular Edema Almost Stole My Sight - HealthCentral.com Diabetic Macular Edema Almost Stole My Sight - HealthCentral.com An ophthalmologist faces down COVID-19 - Ophthalmology Times The Importance of Preventative Care During COVID-19 - Prevention.com Diabetic Macular Edema Almost Stole My Sight - HealthCentral.com Posted: 31 Aug 2020 11:43 AM PDT Ashley Loerzel, 35, a hairstylist with type 1 diabetes, who lives in Orlando, FL, was diagnosed with diabetic macular edema (DME) six years ago and, ever since, she has needed regular eye injections to retain her vision. Read on as she shares her thoughts and feelings. Her goal? To help people with DME cope with the condition and feel less isolated. I was 12 when I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, and so I've had years of practice learning to manage my condition. I'm careful about my diet (no white flour anything) and taking my medications (though every in