What is another word for pterygium?
Pronunciation: [tˈɜːɹɪd͡ʒəm] (IPA) 
Pterygium is a medical term that refers to an abnormal growth of tissue on the eye's surface. This condition is also known as surfer's eye, due to its prevalence among people who spend a lot of time in the sun and wind. Some synonyms for pterygium include pinguecula, a yellowish bump on the white of the eye; conjunctival degeneration, a condition where the clear surface of the eye becomes thickened and abnormal; and ocular pterygium, which refers specifically to the eye's surface affected by the growth. These conditions can cause discomfort, redness, and vision problems, and may require surgery to correct.
