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Pathological changes that occur on the retina in DR. The development of DR is a gradual process. In the early stage of NPDR, microaneurysm, cotton wool spots and minor bleeding may occur. In the later stage of PDR, serious conditions such as vascular rupture, severe bleeding, retinal detachment and neovascularization may occur.
