Dot hemorrhages, or microaneurysms, in the retina and the presence of hard and soft exudates are most commonly seen in those with:
A) Down syndrome.
B) diabetic retinopathy.
C) systemic lupus.
D) glaucoma.

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Dot hemorrhages or tiny aneurysms are characteristics of background retinopathy. A trapping of lipids within incompetent capillaries causes the hemorrhages.

Dot Hemorrhages, or Microaneurysms, in the Retina and the Presence