It is sparked by exposure toultraviolet (UV) radiationand is made worse by chronic eye dryness or irritation.
Symptoms include eye redness, a sensation of something in your eye, and blurred or distorted vision.
What Causes Surfer’s Eye?
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Surfer’s eye is a relatively benign condition.
Although it is named after surfers, beachgoers arent the only ones who can get it.
Risk factors include:
How Is Surfer’s Eyes Diagnosed?
This includes an examination of your eye with a lighted magnifying scope called aslit lamp.
Based on the results of the eye exam, the ophthalmologist can grade the severity of your condition.
This helps direct the appropriate course of treatment.
This may be indicated if your vision is impaired and surgery is needed.
Can Surfer’s Eye Cure Itself?
Most cases of surfers eye dont require extensive treatment.
In fact, minor cases dont require treatment at all.
Dry eyes also contribute.
Mild cases may resolve on their own.
Over-the-counter and prescription eye drops can help ease symptoms.
Severe cases may require surgery to remove the growth.
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