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pterygium surgery

how serious and painful is pterygium surgery?
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Dear sgtnick,

Pterygium surgery has improved over the past few years.  I would recommend that you seek the care of an eyeMD to determine whether or not you will require surgical intervention and the method he/she recommends.

Dr. Feldman

Sandy T. Feldman, M.D., M.S.
ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center
San Diego, California
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I had pterigium surgery along with a lens implant. There was no pain during or after.
However my astigmatism increased after the removal.
Hope this helps
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