Windy City Retina - Ankit Desai, MD

When you have diabetes your body does not properly process food, which results in the body not producing the required insulin. Insulin is a hormone that provides glucose to the cells in the body. The overflow of glucose into the bloodstream can damage the blood vessels and your eyes also. Diabetes can cause many eye diseases such as Diabetic Retinopathy, Cataracts, Glaucoma as well as Macular edema. These diseases can lead to vision loss if not treated properly. With regular eye examination and treatment, one can protect the eyes from these diseases. 1. Diabetic Retinopathy –  The Retina is a light-sensitive layer of cells located at the back of the eye. It turns the light into images. High blood sugar damages the small blood vessels in the retina. These damaged blood vessels can cause swelling and leakage in the eyes. In some cases, new blood vessels also grow, however they can cause other vision problems. If an adult has type 1 diabetes for more than 5 years, then he has th...

The eye is the main organ of visual system in the human body. We have already heard that eyes are the windows to the soul. The reason for this is that the eyes are the only place one can visualize circulation. Diabetes, high blood pressure, and inflammatory diseases that affect the circulation can be visualized in the eyes. Since the optic nerve connects the eyes to retina, many brain conditions can be picked up in the eye. Ophthalmologists are trained and certified to perform a wide range of diseases. In addition, an ophthalmologist can help diagnose problems inherent to the eye itself. Humans have five basic senses and vision is one of the key five senses. A good ophthalmologist can help diagnose and proactively treat diseases of the eyes to prevent vision loss. Dr. Ankit Desai is one of the best names among eye doctors in Joliet who deliver personalized, compassionate patient care with medical and surgical techniques. Dr. Ankit Desai has friendly nature takes his time to comm...