A pterygium is a benign growth of tissue that forms on the white of the eye. Read on to learn about the causes and symptoms of pterygia, plus how to treat them.

Patient-reported results of a novel treatment for pterygium and pinguecula, a common incurable eye condition have recently been reported. The treatment utilizes the well-known cardiovascular drug ...

Pinguecula, a non-cancerous overgrowth of eye tissue, can progress to pterygium. To prevent both, wear sunglasses and avoid the sun.

More than 60% of those surveyed had already tried at least one type of prescription or over-the-counter eye drops, and 13% had undergone surgery for the condition—though all saw their pterygium ...

Pterygium is a degenerative condition of the ocular surface. The growth is known to cause issues such as visual blur or recurrent inflammation. It can also induce astigmatism and corneal aberrations.

Pterygium: Pterygium, which is also called “surfer’s eye,” is a raised growth on your cornea. Your eyes may be irritated, red, or swollen. If it grows large enough, pterygium can cover part ...

Many South Africans have a thin, filmy membrane with tiny surface blood vessels on the white of their eye, extending from the nasal side towards their iris. This triangular shaped thickening is called ...