The difference between

pterigyum and pingekuele

 Both a pterygium and a pingueculae

are abnormal growths that form on
the surface of the eye. Both growths
are noncancerous and are fairly
common.
Although they may appear similar, a
pterygium and a pinguecula are
slightly different, and may require
different treatments.

Definition and clinical

manifestation
Pterygium
Pingueculae

Proliferation
process
with
vasculariozation
on
the
konjungtiva
that
shaped
looks
like
triangular,
usually may occur in one eye
or both.
They occur between the
eyelids, most often in the
corner of the eye, close to the
nose, but can sometimes
extend onto the cornea.

is a yellowish patch or bump

of the conjunctiva, results in
a deposit of protein, fat
and/or calcium.
usually may occur in one eye
or both.
not must triangular shaped
on the nasal or temporal part
of cornea

Definition and clinical

manifestation
Pterygium
Pingueculae

If the pterygium extends onto

the cornea it can cause
blurred vision as the
curvature of the cornea is
altered, or it can also obscure
vision.
Many people with a pterygium
feel as if there is something in
their eye.
Pterygium symptoms also
include dry eyes, irritation,
inflammation and redness.

occurs
only
on
the
conjunctiva and will not grow
across the cornea therefore
will not affect vision.
In some cases, pingueculae
become
swollen
and
inflamed.
In some cases though, a
pinguecula can become a
pterygium, in which case it
may grow onto the cornea.

Etiology
Pterygium

Pingueculae

It is thought that
environmental factors,
such as a warm climate,
dust and UV light, are
the main causes of
pterygia.
Pterygia usually occur in
people aged 20 to 50,

Just like pterygia,

pingueculae generally
occur between the ages
of 20 and 50.
They are also thought
to be caused by
environmental factors,
such as climate, dust
and UV light.

Treatment
Pterygium

Pingueculae

Normally, pterygium
surgery will only be
undertaken if the
pterygium has severe
symptoms, or is affecting
vision.
Otherwise, management
with eye drops is usually
recommended.

Pingueculae are rarely

surgically removed,
and are usually treated
with eye drops.
However, if the
pinguecula turns into a
pterygium, surgery may
be the best course.