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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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Is spinal anesthesia painful?
Spinal anesthesia requires placing needle between your back bone to inject medication so it hurts as much as a needle will hurt.Most of the time we numb the skin before we place READ MORE
Spinal anesthesia requires placing needle between your back bone to inject medication so it hurts as much as a needle will hurt.Most of the time we numb the skin before we place the spinal so hopefully it will be much tolerable
Do you need sedation for a wisdom tooth extraction?
Yes as they have to cut through bone to get them out.Most of the oral surgeons do their own sedation administered by a RN.You can check with your surgeon for more information.
Is general anesthesia used for an endoscopy?
Most of the upper GI and lower GI studies are done with sedation, but there are always exceptions. You can check with your endoscopist to see what he chooses.
Can you have surgery without anesthesia?
It depends on the type of surgery and preferences of the surgeons. You can have surgery with arm block or local anesthetic with some sedation. You don't have to have a general READ MORE
It depends on the type of surgery and preferences of the surgeons. You can have surgery with arm block or local anesthetic with some sedation. You don't have to have a general anesthetic. You can discuss your choices with your surgeon.
How does epidural anesthesia work?
Epidural is a catheter placed in your lower back through a needle and it anesthetize the nerve coming out of spinal cord in a band shape manner.It is a technique we use for labor READ MORE
Epidural is a catheter placed in your lower back through a needle and it anesthetize the nerve coming out of spinal cord in a band shape manner.It is a technique we use for labor pains and also many different types of belly surgeries.
Can spinal anesthesia cause paralysis?
The answer is yes, but the chances of having a complete paralysis is one in millions. However, partial numbness and weakness is a possibility if by some reason the nerve gets injected READ MORE
The answer is yes, but the chances of having a complete paralysis is one in millions. However, partial numbness and weakness is a possibility if by some reason the nerve gets injected directly, but even then the chance is one in thousands. Most spinal anesthetics are very safe and routinely given for C-sections. In fact, they are the standard of care for C-sections.
What kind of anesthesia is used for a lumpectomy?
It depends on the size of lumps, the patients' medical conditions, and choices of surgeons. Most lumpectomies can be done with local anesthetic and sedation by anesthesiologists. READ MORE
It depends on the size of lumps, the patients' medical conditions, and choices of surgeons. Most lumpectomies can be done with local anesthetic and sedation by anesthesiologists. You can discuss your options with your surgeon. I personally prefer local anesthetic with sedation, but it certainly can be done under general anesthetic as well.
Is memory loss normal after general anesthesia?
It depends upon your overall health, the type of surgery, the duration of the surgery, and many other factors. In young, healthy patients, permanent memory loss is a rare occurrence. READ MORE
It depends upon your overall health, the type of surgery, the duration of the surgery, and many other factors. In young, healthy patients, permanent memory loss is a rare occurrence. Some patients may experience transient loss and recover in 3-6 months.
Can local anesthetic make you feel sick?
Just local anesthetic will not make you sick, but if you had sedation with it, it can cause nausea. If you were prescribed narcotic pain medication, they can cause nausea as well. READ MORE
Just local anesthetic will not make you sick, but if you had sedation with it, it can cause nausea. If you were prescribed narcotic pain medication, they can cause nausea as well.
How is local anesthesia given?
Local anesthetic is given with an injection on the site of the procedure so it can numb the nerves supplying that area. It feels like a bee sting just for a few seconds and then READ MORE
Local anesthetic is given with an injection on the site of the procedure so it can numb the nerves supplying that area. It feels like a bee sting just for a few seconds and then medication kicks in.
Do you dream under general anesthesia?
No because it is medication induced sleep but some people do report waking up at the end of surgery with weird dreams.
What does waking up from anesthesia feel like?
Most of kids bounce back from anesthetic very quickly. Most of the time, they wake up a little groggy and sleepy. We are very aggressive in treating their pain and nausea so they READ MORE
Most of kids bounce back from anesthetic very quickly. Most of the time, they wake up a little groggy and sleepy. We are very aggressive in treating their pain and nausea so they wake up comfortable. As we feel they are ready for their family, we bring them in.
How long does local anesthesia last?
It depends on the amount and type of drugs used. It can be anywhere from 1 hour to 3 hours.
What are the side effects of local anesthesia?
Local anesthetic is done by surgeon and anesthesia service is not involved so you have to check with your surgeon.
Is liposuction a safe procedure?
It depends on many factors age, medical conditions, extent of surgery, duration of surgery. In general, it is a safe procedure on a young, healthy patient.
How to prepare a child for anesthesia?
My advice is to be truthful and straight forward about the event. Most pediatric surgery suite give adequate and simple explanation of the day. Most important is that child knows READ MORE
My advice is to be truthful and straight forward about the event. Most pediatric surgery suite give adequate and simple explanation of the day. Most important is that child knows that you are going to be with them every step of the way and he will also be given medication to help relax before surgery.
Is general anesthesia safe for children?
Yes, it is safe in a healthy child, but risks increase if they have other health issues.
Can I change the shape of my ears?
Yes, but it is usually done by ENT surgeon or plastic surgeons under general anesthesia, however, most insurance doesn't cover the procedure, so you have to shop around.
Do they put you to sleep for leg surgery?
You have to talk to your surgeon about the type of surgery and what he usually chooses. If you want, you can request anesthesia services and decide what type is best for you.
How can I make local anesthesia wear off faster?
Local anesthetic should not delay your recovery. The longer the local works, the less will be the pain after surgery.
