Diabetes eye checks in Reservoir
Regular eye checks can find diabetes-related changes before you notice them.
Diabetes can affect the small blood vessels at the back of the eye. These changes may not cause noticeable symptoms at first, which is why regular eye examinations remain important even when your vision feels normal.
Reservoir Spectacles provides diabetes-related eye examinations as part of our local eye-health care. We explain what we find and, when needed, coordinate further care with your GP, diabetes team or ophthalmologist.
No symptoms does not always mean no change.
Diabetic retinopathy can develop without obvious early symptoms. An eye examination allows the retina and your vision to be assessed so changes can be detected, monitored or referred for treatment when appropriate.
Diabetes and the eyes
What is diabetic retinopathy?
Diabetic retinopathy is damage to the small blood vessels in the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. Diabetes can also be associated with diabetic macular oedema, cataract and changes in focusing or prescription.
Regular eye checks support early detection. They do not replace your usual diabetes care, blood tests or appointments with your GP and diabetes team.
Your appointment
What may be checked?
Vision and prescription
We assess how clearly you see and whether your glasses prescription has changed. Blood glucose variation can sometimes affect focusing, so recent changes in diabetes management are useful to discuss.
Retinal health
We examine the retina for signs of diabetes-related change. Retinal photography, OCT imaging or other tests may be used when clinically appropriate.
Clear follow-up
We explain the findings and recommend an appropriate review interval. If specialist assessment is needed, we can discuss referral and communication with your healthcare team.
Preparing for your visit
Bring information that helps us understand your eye-health history.
- Your current glasses and a list of medicines
- The name of your GP, diabetes educator or endocrinologist
- Any previous eye reports or information about past treatment
- Details of vision changes, even if they come and go
If this is your first visit to the practice, you may also find our comprehensive eye-test guide helpful.
When to seek help sooner
Do not wait for a routine appointment if your vision changes suddenly.
Contact us promptly if you notice new or worsening vision changes. Sudden loss of vision, severe eye pain, a dark curtain or shadow, or new flashes and floaters needs urgent assessment. See our urgent eye-care guidance and flashes and floaters guide.
Australian patient information
Reliable information and reminders.
Diabetes Australia explains diabetes and eye health. Reservoir Spectacles uses KeepSight, Diabetes Australia’s reminder program, to help patients remember when their next diabetes eye check is due. Healthdirect also provides practical eye-care guidance.
Diabetes eye examinations in Reservoir
Keep your eye-health checks on track.
Book an eye examination or call Reservoir Spectacles if you are unsure when your next diabetes eye check is due.