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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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What are the treatment options for conjunctivitis?
Antibiotic eye drops
How long does lasik eye surgery last?
10 mins per eye
What treatments are offered for retinoblastoma?
Need to see a pediatric eye specialist
Is sudden blurred vision an emergency?
Yes, it could be amaourosis fugax.
What causes eyes to not focus together?
Binocular vision problems, accommodative problems, eye muscle problems.
What causes pressure in your eyes?
Ocular hypertension, glaucoma, or just sinus related pressure pain. Get your eyes checked.
What are the treatment options for myopia?
Glasses, LASIK corrective surgery, contacts.
What foods are good for your eyes?
Green leafy vegetables with anti oxidants
What are the treatment options for diabetic retinopathy?
Mostly laser, or injections in the macula, depends on the type and stage of retinopathy m.
Do blue light glasses really help?
Yes with computer work
Are cataracts curable?
Yes! If you are affected by halos and circles around car headlights. If you are bothered by glare in bright sunlight and your best corrected vision is less than 20/40 in each eye, READ MORE
Yes! If you are affected by halos and circles around car headlights. If you are bothered by glare in bright sunlight and your best corrected vision is less than 20/40 in each eye, then yes, you can go for cataract surgery.
What is good for dry eyes?
Artificial tears, corticosteroids, punctual plugs, etc. Depends on the cause/type of dry eyes.
How can you tell if you have pink eye?
Viral infection resolved on its own. You won’t have yellow discharge classically seen in bacterial infections.
What is the main cause of astigmatism?
Anatomical shape of the cornea.
How many days rest is required after Lasik surgery?
Usually a couple of days.
Can high blood pressure affect your eye sight?
Absolutely, yes! It can also cause hypertensive retinopathy.
Will wearing my glasses improve my vision?
Not necessarily. It depends on your prescription and type of refractive error. Also depends on your age.
How can I improve my astigmatism naturally?
You can’t.
How long does pink eye last?
Usually about a week to 10 days.
