Diabetic vitreous haemorrhage

Diabetic vitreous haemorrhage

Bleeding into the gel-like (vitreous humor) interior of the eye, originating from blood vessels weakened by diabetes. Because blood in the vitreous can block vision, a vitrectomy may be required. For more about diabetes and eye disease, read our article about diabetic retinopathy.

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