Topical interferon alpha 2 beta therapy in the management of conjunctival papilloma.

Background: This article describes the differential diagnosis of conjunctival papillomas and reviews the treatment options with a focus on the new topical interferon alpha 2 beta therapy.

Case: A 45-year-old white man presented with a red right eye of approximately 6 months' duration. The lesion was suspicious and suggestive of malignancy; therefore, the patient was referred for consultation.