What is a pterygium and pingueculum? A pterygium (te-RIH-jee-um, plural pterygia) is a pinkish, triangular growth of tissue on the conjunctiva of the eye (the thin membrane that covers the white part of the eye), extending onto the cornea (the clear part of the eye). A pingueculum (pin-GWEK-yoo-luhm, plural pinguecula) is an alteration… Continue reading Pterygia and Pinguecula
**ANNOUNCEMENT** Medical Vision will be closed from 06/26/2026 – 07/06/2026 in observance of the holiday. If you are experiencing an emergency, call 911. If you are an existing patient needing medical assistance for sudden vision changes, call Dr. Thompson at 859-264-0445. If you are injured or have had an accident and have symptoms without vision loss, go to your nearest urgent treatment center or emergency room. We will be back 07/07/2026 for your eye care needs!
