Pterygium is a degenerative change consisting of an abnormal overgrowth of the degenerative conjunctiva, which grows on the cornea and causes discomfort and progressive vision problems. The initial symptom of pterygium may also be local, chronic and recurrent conjunctivitis. Some of the most common causes of this disease are exposure to UV radiation, the irritating effect of wind and dust, as well as local insufficiency of limbal stem cells. In the following article, we will discuss the available treatment methods and their impact on the prevention of pterygium recurrence, as well as focus on the pharmacotherapy used to support recovery after surgery.
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