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my girlfriend has just been diagnosed with diabetes, and ...

Sent to Health Experts January 28 11:20 AM

my girlfriend has just been diagnosed with diabetes, and has begun taking insulin shots. she has complained that her vision is worsening. i instructed her to see a physician immediately, but she insists on "waiting until her insurance takes effect". she does have an appointment with an eye doctor on thursday, but i would like to know if she should simply "wait for the insurance" and the eye doctor appointment on thursday, or if she should put herself in an ambulance and get to a hospital. thank you.

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January 28 11:49 AM (28 minutes and 45 seconds later)
         
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Hi,
You are absolutely right,
She is need of urgent evaluation since diabetes can lead to permanent eye damage in some cases.
Early evaluation and proper treatment can prevent permanent visual loss.
Please ask her to be evaluated by an ophthalmologist ASAP, the insurance can wait
regards
Dr. Gupta
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