pinguecula

Definitions of pinguecula
  1. noun
    a slightly elevated elastic tissue deposit in the conjunctiva that may extend to the cornea but does not cover it
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    conjunctiva
    a transparent lubricating mucous membrane that covers the eyeball and the under surface of the eyelid
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