Referable retinopathy changes - Classified as R2 or R3

Your letter will tell you if you have retinopathy.  This is called pre-proliferative (R2) or proliferative (R3) retinopathy and you should be seen by an eye specialist.   In some cases, treatment for diabetic retinopathy is needed.

It is important to attend any further appointments.  Any changes can then be monitored and referred for treatment at a hospital if required.

Contact your doctor if you are worried or have any questions.

This is an example of an R2 image, showing leaking blood vessels leaking into the eye: