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- Born: February 20, 1975
- Proteus Syndrome causes an overgrowth of skin, bones, muscles, fatty tissues, and blood and lymphatic vessels.
- The name comes from the Greek god Proteus who could change his formNCBI: Proteus Syndrome
- Only around 120 people in the world suffer from Proteus SyndromeMail Online:Woman's teasing hell over 'elephant legs'
- It is the condition also thought to have affected the "Elephant Man", Joseph Merrick.
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Proteus Syndrome is a rare congenital disease that causes abnormal bone development and skin growth. Proteus Syndrome was first identified in 1979 by Dr. Michael Cohen.PSF: Proteus Syndrome Foundation Since then less than 120 cases have been identified worldwide.PSF: Proteus Syndrome Newsletter] Most of these sufferers are still alive. There may be more sufferers who have not yet been diagnosed.
Proteus syndrome is a progressive condition. Children are often born without any obvious deformities. When the tumors and bone growths appear the locations and severity vary, though often the skull and soles of the feet will be affected. There is a high risk of premature death and deep vein thrombosis is common due to blood vessel malformation associated with the disorder.Discovery Health: Frequently Asked Questions About Proteus Syndrome
Proteus syndrome itself is not a direct cause of learning impairments. However severe growth formations may cause secondary damage to the nervous system which in turn can lead to cognitive disabilities.eMedicine: Proteus Syndrome
Disclaimer
The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you think you have Proteus Syndrome, please consult your doctor.
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Proteus Syndrome on Amazon
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The Elephant Man - $13.95
Traces the history of Joseph Merrick, called the Elephant Man because of a deformity, from his birth in central England to his death in a London hospital in 1890.Amazon
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Proteus syndrome: An entry from Thomson Gale's <i>Gale Encyclopedia of Genetic Disorders, 2nd ed.</i> - $2.45
Information on many genetic disorders, and the frequent new findings on them, has been extremely difficult to come by—until now. The “Gale Encyclopedia of Genetic Disorders” addres...Amazon
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The Elephant Man - $9.95
Follows the life of Joseph Merrick, called the Elephant Man because of a deformity, from his early years as a sideshow attraction to his death in a London hospital in 1890.Amazon
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@NatGeoChannel The Elephant Man, Joseph Merrick, suffered from Proteus syndrome not neurofibromatosis, sad story/misleading info www.ctf.org
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Whoa My Shocking Story is really good tonight. All about proteus syndrome which the elephant man had.
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