Type 1 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract Save
ICD-10 code: E10.36
Chapter: Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases
Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus with Diabetic Cataract: Understanding the Connection
Diabetes Mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder that results in high blood sugar levels. There are two main types of diabetes: Type 1 and Type 2. Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus, also known as insulin-dependent diabetes, is a condition where the pancreas does not produce enough insulin, leading to high blood sugar levels. This can cause various complications, including diabetic cataract.
Diabetic cataract is an eye condition that affects people with diabetes. It is a clouding of the natural lens of the eye, which can cause blurred vision, difficulty seeing at night, and sensitivity to glare. Diabetic cataract is one of the most common complications of diabetes and affects around 22% of people with Type 1 diabetes.
- Hyperglycemia: High blood sugar levels can cause changes in the lens of the eye, leading to diabetic cataract.
- Oxidative stress: Diabetes can cause oxidative stress, which damages the lens of the eye and contributes to the development of diabetic cataract.
- Advanced Glycation End Products (AGEs): AGEs are proteins that are damaged by high blood sugar levels. These damaged proteins can accumulate in the lens of the eye, leading to diabetic cataract.
It is important for people with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus to monitor their blood sugar levels regularly and keep them under control to reduce the risk of developing diabetic cataract. Regular eye exams are also recommended to detect any changes in the lens of the eye early on.
Treatment for diabetic cataract usually involves surgery to remove the clouded lens and replace it with an artificial one. The surgery is usually safe and effective, and most people experience improved vision after the procedure.