A 50-year-old diabetic patient experiences visual disturbances and decides to visit his primary care provider.After examination, the primary care provider tells the patient that the cells that allow him to see are degenerated.Which of the following structures is most likely damaged?
A) Lens
B) Pupil
C) Cornea
D) Retina

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The retina contains photoreceptor cells (rods and cones) that are responsible for detecting light and allowing vision. Degeneration of these cells would lead to visual disturbances.

A 50-Year-Old Diabetic Patient Experiences Visual Disturbances and Decides to Visit