Welcome Lee!!!
I am fairly new to these forums too.
I have already gained a lot of info that is improving my BS!!
I know quite a bit about complications from my own experiences. I have had T1 for almost 30 years!!
My control was poor for probable the first 20 years. I think that some of that was just trying to grow up and severe denial. Slowly I have been improving my control.
My eye problems started just like yours. Mine progressed to where I needed laser treatments in both eyes and surgery in the right eye to remove the blood. My vision is still excellent. (Near 20/20 with contacts) I think the MOST IMPORTANT thing to do to preserve your vision is to see you eye doctor regularly. There are many things that they can do to help.
The other complications I have are all mostly related to nerve problems. I have been told that nerve problems can improve with VERY GOOD control. That is my goal!!!
I have really been given a second chance to improve my control after 30 years. My complications are annoying, but I am still alive and relatively health. You too have a great opportunity to improve your control and stabilize your complications. Take this opportunity now and help yourself to avoid or prevent further problems.
GOOD LUCK!!!!
