What is “pterygium”? Your guide to preventing, managing, and treating sun damage to the eyes

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