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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 can cause bloodshot eyes?
Sub conjunctival hemmorhage
Why am I seeing flashes?
Could be retinal pathology or ocular migraines. Please get a dilated fundus exam.
Are there any treatment options for floaters?
Not really. Unless it’s a retinal break, year or hole, then laser can be done.
Why does it hurt to look in a certain direction?
Eye muscle problem.
Why is there blood in my eye?
Could be subconjunctival heme.
What can be the cause of eye pain during a flight?
Intra ocular pressure change
What are the treatment options for cataract?
Surgery when your vision is not corrected with glasses and you are symptomatic.
Why does my eyelid twitch?
Yes. There are 3 main differential diagnoses:
1. Lack of sleep
2. Too much caffeine
3. Too much stress
1. Lack of sleep
2. Too much caffeine
3. Too much stress
What is causing blurred vision?
Could be refractive error. Get your eyes checked.
Could I have cataracts?
Cataracts develops slowly most of the time.
Does my vision cause headaches?
Glasses should help correct your vision and take care of your headaches.
How often do I need to change my contact lenses?
If it’s a daily disposable lens, then every day.
Can cheap sunglasses ruin my vision?
Yes, they could due to bad lens material, base curve, type of UV protection, or polarization used.
Can optometrists do Botox treatment?
Yes! In certain states, for medical necessity!
Can I get new glasses without an eye exam?
No! If it’s been over 1-2 yrs, you need a full dilated fundus exam.
Do I have pink eye?
Not necessary! It could be allergic conjunctivitis. Get your eyes checked.
What are the treatment options for floaters?
Posterior vitreous detachment causes floaters! If your retina is intact, then you don’t need to do anything. Otherwise, you can get laser treatment done by a retina specialist. READ MORE
Posterior vitreous detachment causes floaters! If your retina is intact, then you don’t need to do anything. Otherwise, you can get laser treatment done by a retina specialist.
Is it okay to fall asleep with your contact lenses on?
No, it’s not okay. DO NOT SLEEP, swim, or take showers in them.
How often do I need to clean my contact lenses?
Every night before going to bed.
What is the depth perception test?
Your daughter needs to see 3D! This is literally depth perception, which can be tested with some tests at your eye doctor's office.
