If you have vision problems and diabetes, consult an eye care professional, such as an ophthalmologist or optometrist, as you may have diabetic macular edema (DME). Early diagnosis and treatment of DME can help preserve your vision and may even reverse some damage. People with DME often have other eye problems and vision difficulties. Symptoms affecting the macula can also impact the rest of the retina. Small blood vessels in the eyes may swell and leak, or close off, preventing blood flow. In advanced stages of retinopathy, fragile blood vessels may grow on the retina's surface, causing vision problems like floaters or blurred peripheral vision. Retinal detachment can lead to vision loss. Vitreomacular traction syndrome (VMT) affects the vitreous, a gel-like substance attached to the retina and macula. As people age, this gel shrinks and may detach from the retina. If it doesn't fully detach, it can pull on the macula, causing vision loss if untreated. VMT is more common in people with macular diseases like DME. DME is a leading cause of vision loss in people with diabetes, especially central vision. Vision loss usually takes years but can occur sooner if the macula's center is damaged. If you've lost some vision, talk to your ophthalmologist about ways to improve it and seek services for low vision. Controlling diabetes is crucial for eye health, along with managing blood pressure and cholesterol. Eat a healthy diet, stay active, and get regular eye exams to detect DME early and monitor treatment effectiveness.