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Have goldish tannish discoloration lateral part of sclera like half moon- dr said it may be due to the sun?

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Possibly: It also may be from environmental exposure.

Answered 8/11/2013

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Dr. Jodi Luchs answered

Specializes in LASIK Surgery

Pingueculum: Sounds like he is describing a pingueculum, which is a benign growth on the white of the eye due to sunlight exposure. Monitor with regular eye exams.

Dr Bansal and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/9/2015

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