A mom is scared that her son’s condition, ‘werewolf syndrome,’ might be because she ate cat while pregnant (Video)

A mom is scared that her son’s condition, ‘werewolf syndrome,’ might be because she ate cat while pregnant. A mother from the Philippines expressed her concerns about her son, Jaren, who was born with an uncommon condition called hypertrichosis, also known as ‘werewolf syndrome’.

Jaren, now two years old, has excessive hair growth covering his face, neck, back, and arms.

Initially, his mother, Alma, thought her pregnancy cravings for wild cats might have caused Jaren’s condition. She remembered eating a wild cat during her pregnancy, a dish common in her remote mountain region.

However, medical experts later confirmed that Jaren’s condition was not linked to Alma’s diet but was instead an extremely rare genetic syndrome.

Despite facing superstitions and local beliefs about curses, Alma sought medical help for Jaren. Doctors diagnosed him with hypertrichosis, a condition affecting only a few people worldwide since the Middle Ages.

Alma worries about Jaren’s future, especially regarding potential bullying due to his appearance.

She described him as a happy and playful child but mentioned his discomfort during hot weather due to itchy rashes caused by his condition.

Seeking treatment, Alma consulted with a dermatologist who recommended laser hair removal sessions, but the cost is significant for the family.

Each session would cost 2,500 Philippine Pesos (£35), prompting Alma to appeal for assistance. Despite the challenges, Alma remains hopeful that with support, Jaren can lead a better life.

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Two-year-old Jaren Gamongan was born with a full head of hair, black sideburns, and patches of hair that filled his face, neck, back, and arms, as a result of a ‘one-in-a-billion’ medical condition. His superstitious mother, Alma, believed the boy’s appearance was due to a curse brought upon her when she ate a wild cat while pregnant with her son. She said that during her pregnancy, she had uncontrollable cravings for wild cats, an exotic dish that is found in the remote mountain region where she lives. 🎥 Viral Press #pregnancy #werewolfsyndrome #pregnancycravings #rarecondition

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