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Dr. Fatima Qureshi, O.D.
Optometrist
Dr. Fatima Qureshi is an optometrist practicing in Lafayette, LA. Dr. Qureshi specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Qureshi performs eye exams, tests vision, corrects vision by prescribing eye glasses or contacts, detects certain eye disorders and manages and treats vision problems. Optometrists often work closely with ophthalmologists who may need to further treat patients with surgical procedures.
Dr. Fatima Qureshi, O.D.
- Lafayette, LA
- New England College of Optometry
- Accepting new patients
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Can Lasik fix both astigmatism and near vision?
If you go for mono vision correction . Otherwise , you get distance vision corrected and wear reading glasses.
Should I wear glasses all the time for myopia?
Yes for distance
Can surgery fix myopia?
Refractive surgery like LASIK or PRK can
What type of treatment is best for astigmatism?
Contacts , glasses , refractive surgery
Do I need antibiotic drops for pink eye?
If it’s viral , it’ll be treated symptomatically.
Can glasses for myopia cause headaches?
If it’s the wrong rx
What happens if you don't correct astigmatism?
If it’s not corrected , it can cause problems with clarity in vision . You want to see clear at all times . And astigmatism can change also .
What type of surgery is the safest for cataracts?
Most commonly done cataract surgery is phacoemulsification.
Should I have surgery for astigmatism?
There is def surgery for astigmatism correction. Please consult with your refractive surgeon .
How long is recovery after astigmatism surgery?
Usually a week or two .
Does sunlight affect astigmatism?
Sunlight has vitamin D and that has affect on the cornea
What type of surgery is the safest for myopia?
LASIK is a very safe procedure. Please get a free consultation for LASIK Eval
Can rubbing eyes damage them?
It can def cause corneal problems over time
What type of surgery is the safest for glaucoma?
Depends on type of glaucoma. Of narrow angle glaucoma , then LPI is done . Is open angle glaucoma , then SLT is done . There are many more invasive surgeries for glaucoma also READ MORE
Depends on type of glaucoma. Of narrow angle glaucoma , then LPI is done . Is open angle glaucoma , then SLT is done . There are many more invasive surgeries for glaucoma also .
Should you wear farsighted glasses all the time?
It depends on your prescription and chief complain. If the glasses help you see better , then sure wear them.
Can myopia be fixed without surgery?
Only glasses or contacts
Should I have surgery for myopia?
It depends on the stage of myopia and what you want
Should I take my contacts out if I have pink eye?
Yes immediately . Let it heal first
