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Dr. John Godrat Rezapour, MD
Ophthalmologist
Dr. John Rezapour is an optometrist practicing in Encino, CA. Dr. Rezapour specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Rezapour 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.
22 years
Experience
Dr. John Godrat Rezapour, MD
- Encino, CA
- King Drew and Harbor UCLA res
- Accepting new patients
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Cat licked my eyeball
This is a mole and we can remove it.
Muddy Sclera
You have dry eye syndrome and Vitamin A and Vitamin D deficiency. You must compensate all those deficiencies.
What causes astigmatism to worsen?
Nothing, astigmatism is a stable refractive error. which stays forever without treatment.
Are glasses or contacts better for astigmatism?
Both glasses and contact lenses can be used for better vision. Of course, contact lenses have clearer vision but more discomfort and are more expensive.
I'm farsighted and have a slight astigmatism - should I wear my glasses all the time?
Not really, glasses are for being comfortable. If you are comfortable without wearing glasses you don't need to wear them all the time.
What is a good vitamin for dry eyes?
Flax tablets
Can dry eye damage reversed?
Yes, of course
My eyes are puffed up and feel heavy. Why?
For a young person, puffiness could be due to thyroid or kidney disease. Sometimes it's a side effect of medications in the elderly, or just prominent fat under the skin, which READ MORE
For a young person, puffiness could be due to thyroid or kidney disease. Sometimes it's a side effect of medications in the elderly, or just prominent fat under the skin, which needs to be removed by surgery.
Is there such a thing as a whole-eye transplant surgery?
So far there is no such a thing possible. we do transplant cornea. sclera, and conjunctiva but whole eye transplant is not done so far. Because eye is a part of the brain and READ MORE
So far there is no such a thing possible. we do transplant cornea. sclera, and conjunctiva but whole eye transplant is not done so far. Because eye is a part of the brain and we can not transplant the brain.
Are there any drops to keep my eyes clear of infections?
I believe you have dry eye syndrome. SYSTANE COMPLETE is good for you
I am having a dull pain in my left eye along with a minor headache. What could this be?
The cause of head and eye pain is many. First of all, you should be checked for eye weakness 2- Sinusitis, 3- possible TMJ, 4 -In the elderly always we should think of different READ MORE
The cause of head and eye pain is many. First of all, you should be checked for eye weakness 2- Sinusitis, 3- possible TMJ, 4 -In the elderly always we should think of different kinds of arthritis and arteritis, 5- Tension headache is also a common cause of headache.
I am have hazy vision in the mornings. Could it be due to my blood pressure?
Hi, your hazy vision is not related to your high blood pressure. Most likely you have dry eye syndrome. You should drink more water and use artificial tears during the day.
My mother is a blood pressure patient. Will this cause complications in her cataract surgery?
Not at all. But prior to her cataract surgery she must take her medication religiously to keep the pressure down and be on the safe zone.
What is the way to treat eye strain due to excessive computer use?
1- Always keep a comfortable position. never use computer in your bed 2- After each 30 minute of work give it 15 second rest look at 20 feet and blink 20 times 3- Sometimes READ MORE
1- Always keep a comfortable position. never use computer in your bed
2- After each 30 minute of work give it 15 second rest look at 20 feet and blink 20 times
3- Sometimes you need blue light shield for the sceen.
2- After each 30 minute of work give it 15 second rest look at 20 feet and blink 20 times
3- Sometimes you need blue light shield for the sceen.
Can you recommend some eye exercises to ease eye pain?
Hi dear friend,
We must find out the source of your pain. You might have a sinus problem, or a refractive error and you may need reading glasses. Sometimes convergence insufficiency READ MORE
Hi dear friend,
We must find out the source of your pain. You might have a sinus problem, or a refractive error and you may need reading glasses. Sometimes convergence insufficiency or lack of accommodation can be the cause of pain. In this condition, again, glasses would be helpful.
We must find out the source of your pain. You might have a sinus problem, or a refractive error and you may need reading glasses. Sometimes convergence insufficiency or lack of accommodation can be the cause of pain. In this condition, again, glasses would be helpful.
How often should we ideally visit an optometrist?
After age $40, annual eye check is recommended. For people that are wearing glasses at any age annual visit is necessary, but for healthy people under age 40, eye examination READ MORE
After age $40, annual eye check is recommended. For people that are wearing glasses at any age annual visit is necessary, but for healthy people under age 40, eye examination should be done as needed or every 5 year as a part of regular check-up.
My eye drops are getting into my mouth. Should I be concerned?
Not at all. There no place to be concern. If you do not like the eye drops taste, you can push your finger on the nasal angle of the eye toward your nose after you put the eyedrops READ MORE
Not at all. There no place to be concern. If you do not like the eye drops taste, you can push your finger on the nasal angle of the eye toward your nose after you put the eyedrops to stop getting into your mouth.
Is a squint surgery safe for a 12 year old?
Hi,
Squint or strabismus surgery is one of the safest eye surgeries. Sometimes we perform this surgery on kids less than one year old. Therefore, do not be afraid and, if it's READ MORE
Hi,
Squint or strabismus surgery is one of the safest eye surgeries. Sometimes we perform this surgery on kids less than one year old. Therefore, do not be afraid and, if it's indicated, go ahead and accept it.
John Rezapour, MD
Squint or strabismus surgery is one of the safest eye surgeries. Sometimes we perform this surgery on kids less than one year old. Therefore, do not be afraid and, if it's indicated, go ahead and accept it.
John Rezapour, MD
What care and precaution do I need to take for my son's cylindrical vision?
I believe your son has astigmatism. He has to wear the correct spectacles. There are multiple articles that show reading small prints can make children's eyes weaker. Therefore, READ MORE
I believe your son has astigmatism. He has to wear the correct spectacles. There are multiple articles that show reading small prints can make children's eyes weaker. Therefore, I recommend he use larger prints on his computer and cellphone.
Is steam bath bad for eyes?
The steam bath is good for the whole body, including the eyes, particularly for dry eye syndrome and blepharitis.
