Pterygium: causes, symptoms, and treatment - MedTalk S7

Do you have a fleshy growth on your eye? In this episode, we discuss surfer's eye (pterygium), its causes, symptoms, and treatment options. We’re joined by Dr. Enrique Noyola, an ophthalmologist based in San Luis Potosí with over 10 years of experience.

We discuss the age groups most commonly affected, typical symptoms such as redness, burning, or blurry vision, whether it can lead to blindness, and the main causes, including prolonged sun exposure and environmental factors. This episode also covers available treatment options, from lubricating eye drops to surgery and the recovery process.

Most common symptoms of surfer’s eye:

Fleshy growth on the eye, redness, burning sensation, blurry vision, dry eye, strabismus

If you or someone close to you is dealing with this condition, this episode can serve as a clear and reliable guide to help make informed decisions about eye care.