(Treatment case) Pterygium, also known as wing-shaped growth, surgery review and postoperative care

Exostosis is a condition known as "wing of the ear," which may be unfamiliar, but it is a common condition that occurs mainly after the age of 50.

Pterygium is a condition caused by prolonged exposure to ultraviolet rays. It appears as if a white film is covering the eye and is different from cataracts. As shown in the picture below, it is a condition where the white sclera gradually covers the black pupil.

The main cause is believed to be irritation from ultraviolet rays or outdoor dust and wind, as previously mentioned, but a definitive cause has not been identified.

Even though the groom is not in his 50s, his black pupils were covered by a white membrane, causing his vision to decline, and he frequently experienced redness, so he decided to undergo surgery.

The surgery time was very short; I think it took about 15 minutes.

The surgery is relatively short and simple. Although the adenoids are removed through surgery, they tend to recur easily. Recurrence occurs in about 5-10% of cases, and especially in young people, the recurrence rate is higher, so post-surgical care is considered more important.

To prevent recurrence, it is important to regularly follow eye drop and eye care treatments. Additionally, to prevent relapse, it is crucial to protect the eyes from outdoor elements such as wind, dust, and ultraviolet rays during daily activities. Wearing sunglasses during the hot summer months to block external stimuli is also very important.

The groom is in an age group with a high recurrence rate, so after surgery, he wears sunglasses to protect his eyes from UV rays even in winter when there is sunlight, and during the summer he also wears a hat along with sunglasses.