Dry Indoor Heating vs. Eye Irritation: What Makes Pterygium Feel Worse in Winter? 

Dry Eye, Eye Health

Do your eyes feel more irritated, gritty, or inflamed when the heater kicks on? If you’re living with pterygium—the raised, fleshy growth on the eye often called “surfer’s eye”—you may notice that symptoms flare during the cooler months. Even though winters in San Luis Obispo County are mild, indoor heating can create conditions that make pterygium much more uncomfortable.  At ADV […]

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Exposed to Strong Sun? How UV Rays Contribute to Pterygium & Cataracts This Fall 

Cataracts, Eye Health

As the fall season brings cooler temperatures and crisp breezes in San Luis Obispo, many people mistakenly believe that the risk of sun damage decreases. But did you know that ultraviolet (UV) rays remain strong even in the fall? Prolonged exposure to UV rays can contribute to serious eye conditions like pterygium and cataracts.  At […]

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