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The nictitans or third eyelid is a structure that helps protect and lubricate the surface of the eye. It is covered in a pink mucous membrane that occasionally develops a tumor called a squamous cell carcinoma. These begin as a benign tumor, but can invade tissue locally.
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1068 Airport Dr. Alexander City Alabama, 35010
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