In simple words: Pingueculitis is when a small bump on your eye, usually near the nose, gets red and swollen. It can be uncomfortable and is often caused by things like too much sun, wind, or dust.

Pingueculitis is an inflammation of the pinguecula, a small, yellowish, slightly raised growth on the conjunctiva of the eye. It often appears on the nasal side of the eye and can be caused by various factors like sun exposure, wind, and dust.It's important to note that pingueculitis is distinct from pterygium or pinguecula.

Example 1: A 50-year-old farmer presents with redness and irritation in their right eye. Upon examination, the physician diagnoses pingueculitis due to chronic sun exposure (H10.811)., A 30-year-old construction worker complains of a gritty sensation and inflammation in both eyes. Diagnosis reveals bilateral pingueculitis attributed to dust and debris exposure (H10.813)., A patient reports redness and swelling on the inner corner of their left eye, diagnosed as pingueculitis following prolonged exposure to wind and dry conditions while motorcycling (H10.812).

Documentation should include a detailed eye examination report noting the location, size, and appearance of the inflamed pinguecula. Patient-reported symptoms such as redness, irritation, foreign body sensation, or discharge should also be documented. Causative factors like environmental exposure should be noted if relevant.

** Pingueculitis often resolves with conservative treatment. However, in some cases, it may require surgical excision if it significantly impairs vision or becomes chronic and unresponsive to medical therapy.