Pterygium

Pterygium

What is Pterygium?

A growth that starts on the clear tissue of the eye that can spread to the cornea. Vision can also get affected if the pterygium affects the cornea. Its is a web shaped growth into the conjunctiva (the transparent area over the white sclera of the eye).

Its non cancerous the triangular growth may occur on one or both eyes. It’s more common in people who spend a lot of time in the sun, such as those who work outdoors.

How do you diagnose Pterygium?

it can be diagnosed by slit lamp examination from your eye doctor. In some cases, the growth has to be removed and later examined under microscope.

How do you treat Pterygium?

Surgery is the only permanent cure for pterygium. It is done when the pterygium ia advancing into the cornea. Surgically this pterygium is removed and patient can return to normal vision.