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I have pterygium for my 2 eyes.what shall i do now.my family doctor said that it will be operated if it will grow.what are the other solution to stop.

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Surgery is the only : Way to get rid of this, even with surgery recurrence may occur in a small percent. To prevent it from growing and becoming more symptomatic protest your eyes from the uv rays of the sun.

Answered 1/30/2015

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Dr. Sandra Lora Cremers answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Pterygium & natu: Pterygium: common, abnormal growth of clear covering (conjunctiva) of eye's white part (sclera) over the cornea (window of the eye). If severe & causing discomfort or red, it can be removed with surgery. Due to excess sun/UV exposure usually. Prevention=only remedy:Avoid sun (sunglasses, hat); avoid smoking. Steroid/other meds help symptoms: not cure. Anti-angiogenesis injections help stop growth

Answered 1/30/2015

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