Symptoms of secondary syphilis begin a few weeks after the disappearance of the sore and include: a non-itchy skin rash. small skin growths on the vulva (in women) and around the anus (in both men and women) flu-like symptoms such as tiredness, headaches, joint pains and fever. swollen lymph glands. weight loss.
As the condition progresses, diabetic retinopathy symptoms may include: 1  Spots or dark strings floating in your vision (floaters) 2  Blurred vision. 3  Fluctuating vision.  Impaired color 1  vision. Dark or empty areas in your vision.  Vision loss.
The disease is characterized by too much sugar in the blood, which can cause damage throughout the body, including the eyes. Over time, diabetes damages the blood vessels in the retina. Diabetic retinopathy occurs when these tiny blood vessels leak blood and other fluids.