Pterygium is nicknamed "surfer's eye," or "farmer's eye" because both groups are exposed to strong sunlight. Water may also exacerbate the sun damage. Pinguecula and pterygium are mostly ...

A slit lamp is a microscope with a light that allows the provider to get a better look at your eye. This exam can help distinguish a pinguecula from a pterygium (surfer's eye), which has similar ...