Pterygium is a condition that is quite common in our country. It is commonly referred to as eye flesh or eye flesh growth. Pterygium (Eye Flesh) is the growth of tissue from the white part of the eye, usually from the nasal side, onto the cornea, which is the transparent front layer of the eye. Pterygium – Eye Flesh Growth is more common in men and is frequently seen in people who work outdoors and are exposed to ultraviolet light. The closer to the equator, the higher the incidence of this condition. In our country, it is observed at a rate of 2-4%. Initially, pterygium presents as redness and swelling on the nasal side, causing symptoms like redness, burning, and stinging. As it progresses onto the cornea, it impairs vision, and if it reaches a certain stage, even with treatment, the resulting astigmatism and scarring may cause permanent vision impairment. To prevent pterygium, people working outdoors, such as farmers and sailors, should wear sunglasses.

If pterygium progresses, surgery should be performed. Pterygium is not just a cosmetic issue.

Pterygium – Eye Flesh Treatment?

Pterygium is not just a cosmetic issue; therefore, it requires treatment. Some people perceive pterygium as just redness and do not consider it a problem. In the early stages, it only appears as redness, but once it advances onto the cornea, it can cause deformation and leave a permanent mark. Even if treated later, the astigmatism and scarring it causes can affect vision. In the early stages, eye drops used for redness and burning can help alleviate symptoms.

Pterygium – Eye Flesh Surgery?

For pterygium surgery, the preferred method is autograft pterygium surgery. Stitches should not be used. Expert ophthalmologists at İzmir Kaşkaloğlu Eye Hospital use a stitchless tissue transfer technique. The surgery is performed under topical anesthesia (only with eye drops), and instead of stitches, a special tissue adhesive is used, allowing for a faster and more comfortable recovery. The success rate and patient satisfaction with this technique are very high.

What is Pinguecula – Yellow Spot on the White of the Eye?

Although not as severe as pterygium, another condition that bothers people is pinguecula, which is a yellow fat deposit on the nasal side of the eye’s white part. Pinguecula and pterygium are two separate conditions. Pinguecula – yellow spot and fat deposit on the white of the eye appears as a yellow, raised fat-like structure on the nasal side but does not extend onto the cornea. Besides causing an aesthetic concern, it can also lead to symptoms such as burning, stinging, and redness.

Pinguecula – Yellow Spot on the White of the Eye Treatment?

If pinguecula causes aesthetic discomfort or symptoms like burning, stinging, and redness, it can be surgically removed. Pinguecula surgeries are performed at Kaşkaloğlu Eye Hospital.

How is Pinguecula Surgery Performed?

There is no need for hospitalization for pinguecula surgery. The procedure takes about 10-15 minutes. Since anesthetic eye drops are used beforehand, there is no pain during the surgery. During the surgery, the yellow fat deposit is removed, and healthy tissue is transferred to the area, which is then secured with tissue adhesive. After the surgery, patients can leave the hospital immediately. The eye is covered on the night of the surgery, but there is no pain or discomfort. If both eyes are affected, they are not covered simultaneously. Patients who undergo this surgery are generally very satisfied with the results.