Pterygium is a growth on your conjunvtiva, or whites of your eyes, that is made up of a flesh like tissue that has new blood vessel growth. Pterygium usually grows from a pinguecula formation and can grow to cover a large portion of your cornea which would obstruct your vision. Like pinguecula, pterygium symptoms can range from mild to severe.

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Symptoms:

• A yellow or white spot on the whites of your eye.

• Dry and itchy sensation

• Foreign body sensation

• Redness and swelling of the eye, while the pterygium grows

• Blurry vision

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Treatments:

• Like pinguecula, pterygium usually does not need treatment but in some cases of discomfort the ophthalmologist will...​​

  • Prescribe lubricating or steroid drops to treat discomfort​ from redness and swelling

• In severe cases where the pterygium blocks your vision the ophthalmologist would recommend surgical removal of the pterygium

  • The surgery will remove the pterygium then transplant a new piece of tissue to lower the chances of pterygium from growing again. 

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If you are experiencing any symptoms or want to see what treatments are right for you please contact us to make an appointment.