noun
- plural of pterygium; triangular growths of tissue on the conjunctiva of the eye that may extend onto the cornea
Usage: medical
Examples
- The ophthalmologist diagnosed multiple pterygiums in both eyes.
- Pterygiums are more common in people who spend a lot of time outdoors.
- Surgery may be necessary to remove large pterygiums that affect vision.
- UV exposure is a major risk factor for developing pterygiums.
- The patient’s pterygiums had grown significantly over the past year.
- Artificial tears can help manage the irritation caused by pterygiums.