Pterygium Surgery

The surgeon at Orange County Eye Institute have considerable experience treating pterygium. While pterygium and related conditions may not require surgical intervention right away, monitoring is critical. This growth can affect the comfort, vision and health of your eyes.  Pterygium explained  Orange County and Southern California are fortunate to have so many sunny and pleasant days; however, sun exposure is the single most significant risk factor for this condition. In fact, pterygium is sometimes called “surfer’s eye” for this reason. Fittingly, other risk factors include:  Pterygium is also characterized by a whitish-pink, wedge-shaped, fleshy growth on the white of the … Continue reading "What is “pterygium”? Your guide to preventing, managing, and treating sun damage to the eyes"

There are many opportunities to take advantage of all that our slice of southern California offers in terms of natural wonders and plenty of sunshine. However, just as you must protect your skin from the effects of ultraviolet light emitted by the sun’s rays, you must also protect your eyes from damage caused by exposure to harmful UV radiation.  We at the  Orange County Eye Institute have treated many patients with a condition called “pterygium.” This condition is also known as “surfer’s eye” because it tends to affect those individuals who get a lot of sun exposure (like surfers!). In … Continue reading "The importance of proper sun protection: How we prevent and treat pterygium (surfer’s eye)"

Ideally, our eyes have a precise shape, balance in fluids, and other essentials for clear vision. Eyes are also susceptible to the various elements we regularly encounter. For some, genetics plays a role in the development of certain eye problems. In other instances, there are other factors that cause conditions to occur. Pterygium is a condition in which abnormal tissue growth affects the white part of the eye, the conjunctiva and sclera, and the cornea. These growths are commonly seen in those who live in sunny, inviting places such as Southern California, where ample time is spent outdoors. The exposure … Continue reading "The reasons patients from Aliso Viejo and surrounding areas may need pterygium surgery"

Sometimes the eyes are affected in ways that seem very concerning. The abnormal growth of tissue near or over the cornea, called pterygium, may prompt a person to feel anxious that vision will be impaired or that this growth might be cancerous. While it is always recommended to have eyes examined under such circumstances, being diagnosed with pterygium is not a cause for alarm. The condition is actually benign and rarely affects vision. While it usually does not lead to vision loss, this condition may result in a bit of discomfort depending on the specifics of the case. Most patients … Continue reading "Facts regarding Laguna Hills pterygium surgery"

Of the various eye conditions that may develop, we are far more familiar with diseases, such as glaucoma or cataracts. Pterygium is a condition that many of our Laguna Hills patients have never heard of, even though they may have one. Pterygium is essentially the abnormal growth of tissue affecting the conjunctiva and the cornea. The growth may be very small and cause no irritation at all, or it may grow to be large enough to cause a foreign body sensation. As a pterygium enlarges, it may become visible in the eye: like a red, pink, or white fleshy growth. … Continue reading "Pterygium: Laguna Hills Patients Should Be Mindful of This Condition"