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Dr. Asma Qureshi, M.D.
Anesthesiologist
Dr. Asma Qureshi is an anesthesiologist practicing in Dayton, OH. Dr. Qureshi ensures the safety of patients who are about to undergo surgery. Anestesiologists specialize in general anesthesia, which will (put the patient to sleep), sedation, which will calm the patient or make him or her unaware of the situation, and regional anesthesia, which just numbs a specific part of the body. As an anesthesiologist, Dr. Qureshi also might help manage pain after an operation.
Dr. Asma Qureshi, M.D.
- Dayton, OH
- Fatima Jinnah Med College For Women University Of Punjab Lahore Pakistan
- Accepting new patients
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How long do you have to lie flat after spinal anesthesia?
It depends on the type of log procedure. If it is for surgery, there are no restrictions of time, but for diagnostic purposes, you may have to lay flat for one hour.
Does spinal anesthesia cause memory loss?
Spinal anesthesia has no documented effects of memory loss however every case is unique so if you had any complications with your procedure than it is better to consult your anesthesiologist READ MORE
Spinal anesthesia has no documented effects of memory loss however every case is unique so if you had any complications with your procedure than it is better to consult your anesthesiologist through surgeon to discuss individual issues.
Can you put lidocaine on an open wound?
It depends on the size of the wound, the presence of infection and duration of the wound. In a clean wound, local anesthetic can help reduce the pain, and in an infected wound, READ MORE
It depends on the size of the wound, the presence of infection and duration of the wound. In a clean wound, local anesthetic can help reduce the pain, and in an infected wound, it will not be as effective.
How do you anesthetize a wound?
It depends on the type of wound, the size of the wound, and whether it is infected or not. In a clean wound, we can inject local anesthetic to numb the area around and repair it. READ MORE
It depends on the type of wound, the size of the wound, and whether it is infected or not. In a clean wound, we can inject local anesthetic to numb the area around and repair it.
How long does lidocaine cream take to wear off?
Local anesthetic cream takes about 30-40 minutes to be effective and wears of in 2-4 hours
Can anesthesia change your personality?
If any mood change happen it is usually temporary there are no permanent mood or personality change that can be attributed to anesthetic .
How long does the anesthesia last after galbladder surgery?
In a healthy patient, anesthetic effects can last up to 24 hours. Most people feel back to themselves in 6-8 hours.
What complications can occur to elderly patients after having surgery involving general anesthesia?
It depends on many things.Type and length of surgery, any preexisting medical conditions and you body chemistry.In a healthy 59 year old patient there are no studies to highlight READ MORE
It depends on many things.Type and length of surgery, any preexisting medical conditions and you body chemistry.In a healthy 59 year old patient there are no studies to highlight long term complications. If you have any chronic illness it can get aggravated under stress to your body during surgery and anesthetic.For example if you have heart disease it can depress your heart function, can cause rhythm problems lower your blood pressure but most of them can be treated in perioperative time.Long term consequences are uncommon.If you have any specific concerns that you can request a consult with the anesthesiologist through your surgeon and they can answer specific concerns.
What are the disadvantages of spinal anesthesia?
In medicine we always think risk benefit analysis of a situation and medical conditions of a patient. Spinal is a choice that is made by the patient, surgeon and anesthesiologist READ MORE
In medicine we always think risk benefit analysis of a situation and medical conditions of a patient. Spinal is a choice that is made by the patient, surgeon and anesthesiologist after discussion of risk and benefits.For example spinal is anesthetic of choice for c section.Side effects can be low blood pressure,headaches, inability to void, prolonged weakness and numbness of legs with slow recovery.Rare side effects can be infection, injuries to nerves and spinal cord and blood collecting around spinal cord. There are risks and benefits of everything but in young healthy people they are uncommon.
What should you not do before regional anesthesia?
If she is an otherwise healthy individual, then nothing special is prohibited. If she is on blood thinners, then a risk-benefit analysis needs to be done. Other things that are READ MORE
If she is an otherwise healthy individual, then nothing special is prohibited. If she is on blood thinners, then a risk-benefit analysis needs to be done. Other things that are important are the patient needs to be cooperative and no infection should be present in the blood. If she is getting a spinal, then previous spinal surgery can make it harder to place.
Which is safer spinal or general anesthesia?
It depends on the type of surgery and medical problems that you have. Only evidence we have is spinal is better than general anesthetic for c section. In an otherwise young and READ MORE
It depends on the type of surgery and medical problems that you have. Only evidence we have is spinal is better than general anesthetic for c section. In an otherwise young and healthy person, it is personal preference of the patient, surgeon, and anesthesiologist what you decide.
What type of anesthesia is used for varicose vein surgery?
Usually, the laser ablation for spider veins is done under general anesthesia and it is pretty safe for otherwise healthy patients. If you have any concerns, you can talk to your READ MORE
Usually, the laser ablation for spider veins is done under general anesthesia and it is pretty safe for otherwise healthy patients. If you have any concerns, you can talk to your anesthesiologist through your surgeon and it can be individualized according to your needs.
Can you be allergic to anesthesia?
Anesthetic consists of combination of many drugs so to say unless there is documented allergy to one or two medication it will not be an accurate statement.
Can you have a bronchoscopy without sedation?
Generally the procedure requires some sort of sedation being wide awake won’t be a fun thing to do if someone is looking into your wind pipe.
Can local anesthesia cause nerve damage?
It depends upon the drug amount, concentration of the drug, and if it was injected into a nerve. It is a rare complication, but can happen.
Are you put to sleep for Strabismus surgery?
Yes generally strabismus surgery requires general anesthetic.
Why does it take so long to wake up from anesthesia?
It depends on the type of surgery, any medical conditions you have, and the duration of the surgery. Obviously the longer and more complex the surgery, the longer it takes to recover. READ MORE
It depends on the type of surgery, any medical conditions you have, and the duration of the surgery. Obviously the longer and more complex the surgery, the longer it takes to recover. You can always consult your anesthesiologist for specific questions even after surgery through your surgeon.
Can anesthesia cause long-term anxiety?
Under normal conditions, anesthetics do not cause long-term anxiety. However, like any situation, if you had a bad experience the first time, it can always make you anxious for READ MORE
Under normal conditions, anesthetics do not cause long-term anxiety. However, like any situation, if you had a bad experience the first time, it can always make you anxious for the following experience.
How long does anesthesia last after hernia surgery?
It depends on the type and extent of the hernia and the type of anesthetic used. Simple hernia repair under general anesthetic lasts for about 2-4 hours and starts fading away READ MORE
It depends on the type and extent of the hernia and the type of anesthetic used. Simple hernia repair under general anesthetic lasts for about 2-4 hours and starts fading away gradually, and by 24 hours, you should be back to yourself. Pain medication may linger for a few days.
What are the long term side effects of anesthesia after surgery?
There are no known long-term side effects of anesthetic in a young, healthy person. Most side effects wear off in a few days.
