Information for the public

Find out more about screening for diabetic retinopathy using the links below.

	Diabetic Retinopathy What is diabetic retinopathy? Who is at risk? How common is it?

	Screening What is screening? When will I be invited for screening? What happens during screening?

	Possible screening results What are the possible outcomes of screening? Will I need further tests?

	Treatment What treatments are available? What is it like to live with diabetic retinopathy?

For more information about diabetic retinopathy and the screening process, ask your GP or nurse or contact your local screening programme.

A number of organisations offer more information and support. Visit the Stakeholder Groups page for details.