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Pinguecula
Sounds like a pinguecula, which is a deposit/build up on the white part of the eye (sclera) due to uv light and dryness of the eyes. You can use artificial tears, and use a cap and/or sunglasses when outdoors.
Dr. Michael Ham reviewed this
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What is pinguecula?
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Can I pop a pinguecula?
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I think i might have Pinguecula.
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What to does if my pinguecula hurt?
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Has anyone ever treated a pinguecula?
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What do you recommend for pinguecula?
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How to remove my pinguecula permanently?
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Can I wear color contacts with pinguecula?
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Does pinguecula usually cause many symptoms?
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What are the most common symptoms of pinguecula?
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What is the definition or description of: pinguecula?
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Are the symptoms of a pinguecula bad? Any permanent problems?
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A 34-year old female asked:
Can pinguecula be cured if caught early enough and do they ever go on there own?
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If you have pinguecula, can you still wear contact lens?
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What is pinguecula in the eye?
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Can you get lasik with pinguecula?
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A 45-year old asked:
There's a pinguecula on my sclera. Can this be harmful?
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A 32-year old female asked:
Can I use neo poly b sulfates and dexamethasone ophthalmic drops for pinguecula symptoms?
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Could cephalexin treat pinguecula?
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I have pinguecula. Is it okay to rub my eyes?
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Could you go blind from having a pinguecula in your eye?
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What causes yellowing of eyes that is not jaundice or pinguecula?
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Is it safe to wear contact lenses with pinguecula?
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A 26-year old female asked:
How common is pinguecula in the eyes? How many adults have it?
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A 41-year old female asked:
I had a subconjunctival hematoma, now fading and see what looks like a pinguecula where it appears the source of the bleeding began. Is this unlikely?
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A 46-year old asked:
I have a small pinguecula on the white of my eye, how long can they last?
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A female asked:
I got diagnosed of having pinguecula and trying so desperately to get natural treatment. . Although I have seen my ophthalmologist still need more?
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Has anyone done eye surgery to remove a pinguecula?
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