5 numbers to track if you have diabetic macular edema

Written by Jameson Kowalczyk. Medically reviewed in January 2025 by Mark Arredondo, MD.

Updated on October 22, 2024

Better diabetes control and healthier habits can help slow the progression of diabetic macular edema. Here are five numbers to discuss with your healthcare provider.

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