pterygium
Noun
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Either of two thickened triangular layers of conjunctiva extending from the nasal edge of the eye to the cornea;
It arises from irritation of the pinguecula (synset 105325153)is a type of: conjunctiva - a transparent lubricating mucous membrane that covers the eyeball and the under surface of the eyelid
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