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Hello, i was diagnosed with an eye pterygium? help!
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Pterygium: Pterygium is a very common abnormal growth of the clear covering (conjunctiva) of the white part of the eye (sclera) over the cornea (window of the eye). If severe and causing discomfort or red, it can be removed. It is generally benign. It is due to excess sun/UV exposure usually.
Answered 8/4/2014
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