Gary W. asked
I was recently diagnosed with mild non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy. I have had Type 2 diabetes for 17 years and my A1C levels have ranged between 6.2 to 8.4, currently around 6.7 to 7.3. I have been taking Rybelsus 3 mg for about a year, which was recently increased to 7 mg. I am concerned about the possible side effects of Rybelsus, particularly its link to diabetic retinopathy complications. Could this medication be the cause of my retinopathy, and should I ask my endocrinologist to prescribe a different medication like Januvia? If my retinopathy worsens, what treatment options are available, and should I be worried about blindness?
June 7th, 2023
Jacqueline W. answered
Mild non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy is not typically a major concern if your blood sugar lev...
June 7th, 2023
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