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Werewolf Syndrome Teen Finds Friendship in Barber
15 Jul
Summary
- Teenager Lalit Patidar lives with hypertrichosis, or werewolf syndrome.
- His barber treats him with kindness and respect, fostering a friendship.
- Lalit holds a Guinness World Record for the hairiest face.
Lalit Patidar, a 19-year-old from Ratlam, India, lives with hypertrichosis, a condition causing excessive hair growth, commonly referred to as 'werewolf syndrome.' He has cultivated a significant friendship with his barber, who consistently treats him with respect and kindness.
Patidar, recognized by Guinness World Records for having the hairiest face on a man, shared that his barber attentively trims the hair on his face, ears, and nose. This regular grooming is essential for Lalit to avoid difficulties with breathing, seeing, and hearing. He visits his barber every one to two months for these necessary trims.
The barber recalled initial surprise but quickly developed a rapport with Lalit, acknowledging the need for frequent grooming due to the condition. Lalit expressed his appreciation for being treated like any other client, stating that his barber is a good friend.
Hypertrichosis is an exceptionally rare condition, with only about 50 documented cases worldwide since the Middle Ages. Lalit emphasizes that his condition does not define him, a sentiment echoed in the program 'Most Extreme Humans,' which features individuals managing rare medical conditions.
