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Eye anatomy

Usually no treatment is required. Lubrication with artificial tears and sometimes the temporary use of mild steroid eye drops can be helpful. Rarely, it may need to be removed for discomfort or cosmetic reasons.

This condition is benign (non-cancerous) and the outlook is good.

Excessive growth may extend over the cornea and impair vision.

Call for an appointment with your health care provider if the size, shape, or color of a pinguecula changes.

Review Date: 10/20/2006
Reviewed By: Manju Subramanian, MD, Assistant Professor in Ophthalmology, Vitreoretinal Disease and Surgery, Boston University Eye Associates, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.