During a recent eye exam, the Optometrist told me that in one of my eyes I had a condition called 'pinguecula' characterized by discoloration and patches of pink in the cornea. What can be done about it and what are the long term consequences.
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Answered by Richard E. Gans, M. D. (xx102@ofcn.org)
A pinguecula is a localized, yellow mass on either side of the cornea. It can sometimes appear raised and can occasionally become inflamed. It is an area of what is called "elastotic degeneration". It is a harmless accumulation of tissue that has little to no significance. A pinguecula is never the cause of vision impairment. Occasionally, it is cosmetically undesirable, but should not be a source of concern.
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