Body Bizarre Season 4 Episode 6 My Secret Condition
- TV-14
- June 10, 2017
- 42 min
In this episode of Body Bizarre, we delve into the lives of individuals living with rare and unique medical conditions that are so severe they have kept them hidden from the world. The human body is capable of incredible things, but sometimes it can also surprise us with conditions that challenge the limits of what we thought was possible.
We meet a woman who was born with a rare skin condition called Harlequin Ichthyosis. This condition causes the skin to be thick, dry, and scaly, and it is so rare that it only affects one in every 500,000 newborns. The woman shares her daily struggles and how she has learned to cope with this painful condition that has caused her to be an outcast in society.
Next, we meet a man who has a rare bone disease called Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva (FOP). This disease causes muscles and connective tissues to slowly turn into bone, making movement difficult and eventually leading to the individual being trapped in their own body. Despite the challenges, the man refuses to give up and develops his own techniques to live with the disease.
We also meet a woman who was born with a rare genetic disorder called Cat Eye Syndrome. This condition has caused her to have several abnormalities, including hearing loss, developmental delays, and a unique eye appearance. The woman shares her struggles growing up with this condition and how she has learned to embrace her differences and become an advocate for individuals with disabilities.
Lastly, we meet a man who was born with a condition called Proteus Syndrome, which causes overgrowth of the bones and skin in his body. This condition has caused him to feel isolated and embarrassed of his appearance. However, he has found solace in a community of individuals with rare medical conditions and is now an advocate for acceptance and positivity.
Throughout the episode, we follow the individuals as they share their stories and open up about their conditions. The struggles they face with their appearance, physical limitations, and society's perception of their conditions are heartbreaking. However, their strength and resilience shine through as they share how they have learned to cope and find joy and purpose in their lives.
In the end, viewers will be left with a newfound appreciation for the diversity and strength of the human body. Despite the challenges these individuals face, they have shown that with determination and acceptance, one can thrive in the face of adversity.