Pterygium :
Pterygium is an eye condition characterized by growth of extra tissue that is red and fleshy on the conjunctiva. It is triangular in shape starts from the inner corner of the eye near the nose. The exact cause of pterygium is not known but genetics and environmental factors such as prolonged exposure to UV rays can cause this condition. Symptoms include inflammation and redness over eye, dryness, itch, in severe cases pterygium is potential enough to make person go blind. Preventive steps for pterygium involves wearing sunglasses and usage of hat if you are getting exposed to a an strong sunlight for long periods. Typically pterygium does not require any treatment unless it effects the vision of a person. Surgical removal of pterygium is the only treatment. However there are always chances of pterygium to recur.
Found 15 Doctors for Pterygium Treatment in Visakhapatnam

Dr. Avinash Pathengay
MBBS, DO (Ophthalmology), FRCS
Fellowship in Vitreo Retinal Surgery
Ophthalmologist
GMR Varalakshmi Campus
Hanumanthavaka Junction
Hanumanthavaka, Visakhapatnam
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Tue - Wed :
08:00 am - 05:00 pm
Fee : 400

Dr. Bhavik Uttam Panchal
MBBS, DNB (Ophthalmology), FICO
Fellowship in Vitreo Retinal and Uveitis
Ophthalmologist
GMR Varalakshmi Campus
Hanumanthavaka Junction
Hanumanthavaka, Visakhapatnam
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OP Timings
Mon, Thu :
08:00 am - 05:00 pm
Fee : 400