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What is the definition of Pterygium of the Conjunctiva and Cornea?
Pterygium of the conjunctiva and cornea is a benign (non-cancerous) pink lesion that grows from the conjunctiva onto the cornea. They typically start from on the inner surface of the eye, and grow toward the the pupil. Long term exposure to ultraviolet light has been associated with causing this condition. Depending on the size of the pterygium, a person can experience vision problems.
What are the alternative names for Pterygium of the Conjunctiva and Cornea?
  • Pterygium of the conjunctiva and cornea
Who are the top Pterygium of the Conjunctiva and Cornea Local Doctors?
Kevin Shah
Advanced in Pterygium of the Conjunctiva and Cornea
Ophthalmology
Advanced in Pterygium of the Conjunctiva and Cornea
Ophthalmology

Eye Consultants Of Pennsylvania PC

1 Granite Point Dr, Ste 100, 
Wyomissing, PA 
Languages Spoken:
English, Spanish

. Dr. Shah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium of the Conjunctiva and Cornea. His top areas of expertise are Neurotrophic Keratitis, Cataract, Pterygium, and Interstitial Keratitis.

Advanced in Pterygium of the Conjunctiva and Cornea
Ophthalmology
Advanced in Pterygium of the Conjunctiva and Cornea
Ophthalmology

Berks Eye Physicians & Surgeons Ltd

1802 Paper Mill Road, 
Wyomissing, PA 
Languages Spoken:
English

. Dr. Pierson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium of the Conjunctiva and Cornea. His top areas of expertise are Meibomianitis, Dry Eye Syndrome, Cataract, and Pterygium of the Conjunctiva and Cornea.

 
 
 
 
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Christina M. Lippe
Experienced in Pterygium of the Conjunctiva and Cornea
Experienced in Pterygium of the Conjunctiva and Cornea

Eye Consultants Of Pennsylvania PC

1 Granite Point Dr, Ste 100, 
Wyomissing, PA 
Languages Spoken:
English

. Dr. Lippe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium of the Conjunctiva and Cornea. Her top areas of expertise are Chalazion, Eyelid Bump, Cataract, and Entropion.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center