Diabetic 'retinopathy' and neuropathy may be related to too much sorbitol in the cells of the eyes and nerves.

Persons with any form of diabetes may develop diabetic 'retinopathy' .

An eye examination is called for once a year to ensure that diabetes has not resulted in 'retinopathy' , which could lead to blindness.

Management of the risk factors in diabetes 'retinopathy' is more important to have a good life.

And finally, oxygen therapy given to sustain the lives of premature infants can cause 'retinopathy' of prematurity, causing permanent vision loss or blindness.