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Pinguecula

2022-08-28 13:52:08
My mother has had a white bump on her eyeball since 1 year. I think it is pinguecula. Is there a need to get it treated? How harmful is it? She says that she's facing minor irritation in her eye.
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Its not harmful.  ....put eye drop refresh tears for eye irritation...consult sos

Answered2022-08-30 07:42:21

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She can use eye drop teardrops 2-3 times a day for 2 weeks,  to reduce irritation.
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consult sos

Answered2022-08-29 07:33:03

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She requires treatment. Pl consult ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment.

Answered2022-08-28 14:02:26

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