Cataract with Pterygium: A Dual Ocular Pathology

Wafa Fatima, B.Optom. Student,

Era University, Lucknow, India

Image: Dual Pathology of Cataract and Pterygium in the eye

Image Summary

This image depicts an eye affected by both cataract and pterygium. The cloudy lens indicates cataract formation, leading to progressive vision loss. Additionally, a fleshy, wedge-shaped pterygium extends from the conjunctiva onto the cornea, which may cause irritation, astigmatism, or visual obstruction. Both conditions are commonly associated with aging, UV exposure, and environmental factors.