Pingueculae
Pingueculae are small yellowish areas of degenerative conjunctival tissue that develop on the white of the eye, next to the iris. They are VERY common. They may be on one side or both, and they may or may not involve both eyes. The connective tissue under the conjunctiva changes its molecular structure as a result of exposure to ultraviolet light. Thus, individuals from warm climates or "sun worshipers" are more likely to develop this benign change.
