Entries by Dr. Michael Weeden

What Does Astigmatism Mean?

Has your optometrist told you that you have astigmatism? Don’t be overly worried. Astigmatism isn’t any kind of eye disease, and your eyesight isn’t threatened by blindness from this condition. In fact, astigmatism is quite common, which is why your optometrist is ready to handle it without a lot of fanfare. It’s just something that […]

Signs Your Toddler Has Vision Problems

As a loving parent, you’re naturally looking out to safeguard all aspects of your child’s health, including their vision. One common piece of feedback we get from our patients who are parents is how to know whether or not their toddler is seeing correctly. After all, toddlers can’t verbalize any issues they may have. So, […]

3 Ways to Treat Digital Eye Strain

With all the devices we own, it’s easy to get sucked into the screen. Whether you use them largely at home or at work, the reality is that it’s easy to lose hours without even realizing you haven’t taken a break. Below, we’ll look at the effects of digital eye strain and a few ways […]

The Importance of Diabetic Eye Exams For Everyone

We know what you’re thinking. You don’t need a diabetic eye exam in Corinth, MS because you don’t have diabetes. Diabetic eye exams are not just for individuals diagnosed with diabetes—they are important for everyone. This specialized exam can detect early signs of diabetes that might otherwise go unnoticed. Because diabetes can develop without obvious symptoms, a […]