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
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