Cysts, Pterygium or Pinguecula are growths that can occur on the white of your eye. They usually don’t cause problems or require treatment, but they can be removed if they interfere with your vision or irritate your eyes.
Cysts
Fluid filled pockets
Can be drained or removed surgically (If large or recurrent)
Pterygium/Pinguecula
Growths on the eyeball that can extend over the cornea (clear surface of the eye)
Often can be observed without treatment
If become irritating or interfere with vision, surgical removal is often necessary