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Lalit Patidar, a 17-year-old from Central India, has been diagnosed with hypertrichosis, a rare condition causing excessive hair growth on his body and face. He was ridiculed as a “monkey boy” and struggled to make friends. However, he has overcome those challenges, now leading a normal social life and starting a vlogging journey.
Lalit’s parents couldn’t believe their eyes when they first saw him.
Over the years, the family remained unaware of Lalit’s condition and attempted numerous treatments and remedies, all of which proved ineffective. They described it as a birth defect, as the hair neither grew longer nor shorter.
About 1 in 340 million people get affected by the same condition.
The prevalence of hypertrichosis is incredibly low, affecting only approximately one in 340 million individuals. As a result, there are currently reported cases of only around 50 people worldwide with this condition.
The hair obstructs his vision, making it hard for him to see clearly. During meals, it causes discomfort as it enters his mouth. Additionally, there are instances when he experiences difficulty in breathing properly.
Lalit’s social life has also faced issues.
However, their teacher intervened and reprimanded the class, emphasizing the importance of treating others with respect and empathy, including Lalit. Following this scolding, the mocking ceased, and they all began playing together as friends.
Now, his life is quite normal.
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