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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.
Specializes in:
  • Eye Exam
  • Lafayette, LA
  • New England College of Optometry
  • Accepting new patients

What type of glasses is best for astigmatism?

Lenses with astigmatism correction

Can I treat an eye infection at home?

I would recommend always seeing your doctor

Can keratoconus be stopped?

We can do gas permeable lenses or corneal crosslinking surgery

What eye drops are good for eye infections?

Depends on bacterial , viral , fungal etc .

When can I exercise after eye surgery?

I would suggest waiting at least a few weeks

How long is an eye retina exam?

Depends on how fast the doctor works . I can do it in under 20 mins

Is Lasik surgery safe for the retina?

Every surgery has a potential risk , but LASIK is a very safe and common procedure

Redness of eye won’t go away

Maybe sensitivity to contact lens solution. Old contact lens ? Over wearing cls . Or injection

My dr said my old glasses were two numbers two strong

Try the new glasses for a week or two or if they don’t work , tell your doctor you need the old rx

Which eye drop can I use for eye infection?

Depends on type of eye infection. Bacterial , viral , fungal ??

Are contacts bad for myopia?

No they are not . They work well for myopia

Can contact lenses fix myopia?

Yes contact lenses can help you see better for myopia

What is the least painful treatment for astigmatism?

Glasses , contacts and LASIK or PRK

How soon after LASIK can I swim?

I would would avoid for at least a couple of weeks

Which eye drop is good for pink eye?

Symptomatic treatment