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People who don't wear sunglasses often experience UV damage to the eyes. A possible result is the development of a pterygium. What is this? How is it treated?
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People who don't wear sunglasses often experience UV damage to the eyes. A possible result is the development of a pterygium. What is this? How is it treated?

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A pterygium is a growth of the conjunctiva or mucous membrane that covers the white part of your eye over the cornea. Step-by-step explanation:

The cornea is the clear front covering of the eye. This benign or noncancerous growth is often shaped like a wedge and its treated very fragile.

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