Looking after your eyes is very important when you have diabetes. People with diabetes are more likely to develop eye problems. You can reduce your risk by managing your diabetes and having regular eye checks and timely treatment. Eye problems cause less damage when detected and treated early. Diabetes can cause both short-term and long-term eye problems. Read more in our fact sheet. Looking after your eyes fact sheet Diabetes can cause both short-term and long-term eye problems. Eye problems cause less damage when detected and treated early. Reduce your risk by managing your diabetes and having regular eye checks. Download now Related resource Eye health podcast Listen to our Annual cycle of care podcast series to learn more about eye health and seeing an optometrist. Available in other languages Listen now