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Dr. Nafiseh Hashemi, MD
Ophthalmologist
Dr. Nafiseh Hashemi is an ophthalmologist practicing in Encino, CA. Dr. Hashemi specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Hashemi can practice medicine as well as surgery. Opthalmologists can perform surgeries because they have their medical degrees along with at least eight years of additional training. Dr. Hashemi can diagnose and treat diseases, perform eye operations and prescribe eye glasses and contacts. Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care.
Dr. Nafiseh Hashemi, MD
- Encino, CA
- MD at Iran University of Medical Sciences
- Accepting new patients
Migraine Headache and Eyes
MigraineMigraine is a neurological condition characterized by headaches that can be severe. It is very common, affecting about 18% of women and 8% of men. Most patients with...
My son wants to wear colored lenses. Is it safe?
If it’s prescription contact lenses, the safety profile is the same with clear contact lenses.
Why are my eyes watering so much?
Use some artificial tears to help washing out the dirts, if you still have foreign body sensation and tearing, you may see an ophthalmologist to exam your eye for corneal foreign READ MORE
Use some artificial tears to help washing out the dirts, if you still have foreign body sensation and tearing, you may see an ophthalmologist to exam your eye for corneal foreign body and ulcer.
Even after my cataract surgery, I have hazy vision. Why?
You might have some residual corneal edema, continue your drops.
How is glaucoma usually treated?
The treatments are quite varied based on the type of glaucoma and severity of the glaucoma. He may start drops versus laser treatment. If the eye pressure didn’t decrease despite READ MORE
The treatments are quite varied based on the type of glaucoma and severity of the glaucoma. He may start drops versus laser treatment. If the eye pressure didn’t decrease despite drops and laser, he may need surgery.
What can be done for cataracts?
Unfortunately, the only available treatment for cataract is surgery. The surgery is standard, but there are a variety of options for intro-ocular lens that replaces the cataracted READ MORE
Unfortunately, the only available treatment for cataract is surgery. The surgery is standard, but there are a variety of options for intro-ocular lens that replaces the cataracted lens.
What is wrong with my eye?
Most probably you have severe dry eye and pinguecula. You need to have treatment of dry eye with high quality drops like Restasis and Xiidra, lubricants for nights and treatment READ MORE
Most probably you have severe dry eye and pinguecula. You need to have treatment of dry eye with high quality drops like Restasis and Xiidra, lubricants for nights and treatment of blepharitis if you have. See an ophthalmologist for help.
Why are my eyes so sensitive to bright light?
One of the most common reasons for having light sensitivity is dry eye. Make sure to treat the dry eye. There are the other reasons such as having migraine, having inflammation READ MORE
One of the most common reasons for having light sensitivity is dry eye. Make sure to treat the dry eye. There are the other reasons such as having migraine, having inflammation in the eye, scattering of the light due to cataract.
Bilateral cataract surgery
Any surgery carries risk of inflammation and infection. Infection during cataract surgery can cause blindness. It is not wise to do both eyes at the same time. If there is any READ MORE
Any surgery carries risk of inflammation and infection. Infection during cataract surgery can cause blindness. It is not wise to do both eyes at the same time. If there is any infection in the operation room, you may lose both eyes at the same time.
My sister's baby has been diagnosed with infant cataract. Is this curable?
Congenital cataract needs surgery in the first few months of life, unless it's very small and does not affect the vision. Use of glasses or contacts after surgery is essential READ MORE
Congenital cataract needs surgery in the first few months of life, unless it's very small and does not affect the vision. Use of glasses or contacts after surgery is essential to prevent lazy eye.
Is chlorine exposure bad for the eyes?
Chlorine may cause irritation and redness in the eye but usually does not cause any long term problems. You may consider using goggles during swimming and some allergy drops after. READ MORE
Chlorine may cause irritation and redness in the eye but usually does not cause any long term problems. You may consider using goggles during swimming and some allergy drops after.
When should I get my daughter's first eye checkup done?
The best time for the first eye exam for kids is before the age of 2. If everything was good on the exam and she did not need any glasses, then she may need an exam every 2-3 years READ MORE
The best time for the first eye exam for kids is before the age of 2. If everything was good on the exam and she did not need any glasses, then she may need an exam every 2-3 years after.
What is the treatment for diabetic eye disease?
The best treatment is better control of diabetes. Based on what your doctor is seeing in her eye, she may need injection of some medicine into her eyes (to treat macular edema) READ MORE
The best treatment is better control of diabetes. Based on what your doctor is seeing in her eye, she may need injection of some medicine into her eyes (to treat macular edema) or laser over her retina (to treat hemorrhage and growth of abnormal blood vessels).
My mother often complains of itchiness and stickiness in eyes. What is the remedy for this?
Most probably, she has blepharitis (inflammation of the lid margin) and dry eye syndrome. Have her wash her eyelids with baby shampoo, do the gentle massage with warm towel over READ MORE
Most probably, she has blepharitis (inflammation of the lid margin) and dry eye syndrome. Have her wash her eyelids with baby shampoo, do the gentle massage with warm towel over the eyelids. If she didn't get better she would need some treatment with antibiotics/ steroids ointments.
Are there any risks involved with a LASIK surgery?
There are risks involved with any kind of surgery, including LASIK surgery. Your doctor will stratify your surgery risk based on your eye exam. Your intra-operative risks include READ MORE
There are risks involved with any kind of surgery, including LASIK surgery. Your doctor will stratify your surgery risk based on your eye exam. Your intra-operative risks include free flap and button hole or wrinkled flap. Post-operative risks include immune reaction, infection, etc.
Like any other surgery, you need to be aware of the risks, but you may consider them uncommon or unlikely.
Like any other surgery, you need to be aware of the risks, but you may consider them uncommon or unlikely.
How can I protect my eyes while working in front of the computer for close to 8 hours a day?
Use 20/20/20 rules. Every 20 minutes look at 20F for 20 seconds. Use some tears if you feel dry,...
Are colored lenses safe for your eyes?
Make sure to use a safe brand, clean them properly, and don't sleep with them. Take it out when taking shower or swimming or when you feel irritated by them. See a doctor immediately READ MORE
Make sure to use a safe brand, clean them properly, and don't sleep with them. Take it out when taking shower or swimming or when you feel irritated by them. See a doctor immediately with any eye pain, redness, or blurry vision.
How long is the recovery from a cataract surgery?
The recovery of uncomplicated cataract surgery is very quick, after one week the patient should be able to go back to normal activity and vision should have been improved. Sometimes READ MORE
The recovery of uncomplicated cataract surgery is very quick, after one week the patient should be able to go back to normal activity and vision should have been improved. Sometimes the patient get some blurriness from the drops that she is using or from dry eye after surgery, which should improved within a month.
Do eye cosmetics cause blindness?
Using eye cosmetics cannot cause blindness. It may cause blepharitis (inflammation or infection of the eyelid), which may cause burning, itching, and irritation, but generally READ MORE
Using eye cosmetics cannot cause blindness. It may cause blepharitis (inflammation or infection of the eyelid), which may cause burning, itching, and irritation, but generally does not have an effect on the vision.
Can being in the sun without UV protection harm my eyes?
Sun is damaging to the eye instructions including: eyelid skin cancers, pterygium, corneal damage from UV exposure, Cataract, retinal damage and macular degeneration. Using sunglasses READ MORE
Sun is damaging to the eye instructions including: eyelid skin cancers, pterygium, corneal damage from UV exposure, Cataract, retinal damage and macular degeneration. Using sunglasses with 100% UV protection is highly recommended.
My mother's eyes always seem red. What could be the reason?
Severe dry eye may cause redness. There are other reasons for a red eye, including inflammation and infection, pterygium, etc. She should have an eye exam.
