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Warning: this article might inspire you to pursue a career in genetics or to become a scientist. The world of genetics is fascinating, to say the least. It can make you feel like you’re living in a sci-fi book, instead of on Planet Earth, and there are plenty of examples that make us go, “Wow, I can’t believe this is real!”

Our team here at Bored Panda has put together this fascinating list of people who were born different from the rest. From small and subtle differences to larger ones that everyone would notice passing you by on the street, here are some of the most unusual examples of genetics at work. As you’re scrolling down this list, upvote the photos that intrigued you the most. And if you’ve got any entrancing tales about genetics in your family to tell all the other Pandas, we invite you to do so in the comment section.

Intrigued by Mother Nature and in the mood for some more examples of unusual genetics? You’ll find them in Bored Panda’s previous two articles on the topic right here and here.

Even though the cases in this list are visually stunning and some might even be classified as ‘cool,’ unfortunately, genetics can also make it more likely that you develop diseases, including certain cancers. For example, 5 to 10 percent of all breast cancers are thought to be hereditary and caused by abnormal genes passed down from parent to child. Bored Panda reached out to experts in the field to tell us more about this.

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Mother And Her 1 Year-Old Son Have Very Uncommon Heterochromia Leaving Them With Beautiful And Mesmerizing Swirled Blue And Black Eyes

Mother And Her 1 Year-Old Son Have Very Uncommon Heterochromia Leaving Them With Beautiful And Mesmerizing Swirled Blue And Black Eyes

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Amina Ependieva Has Two Rare Genetic Conditions: Albinism And Heterochromia

Amina Ependieva Has Two Rare Genetic Conditions: Albinism And Heterochromia

The former is a condition that reduces the amount of melanin pigment in the skin, eyes, hair, while the latter is a difference in coloration of the iris. The two conditions together make this young girl extremely unique.

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One Of The Coolest Birthmarks I Have Ever Seen

One Of The Coolest Birthmarks I Have Ever Seen

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Bored Panda reached out to the team at the UK-based Breast Cancer Now charity to learn more about this disease, the symptoms, the reasons why someone might develop it, and how to reduce the risks.

“There are many different risk factors for developing breast cancer, some of which we can’t control, like being female, getting older, and for some people, a family history of the disease. There is never one single cause of breast cancer, but rather it results from a combination of our genes, the surrounding environment, and the way we live our lives,” a representative of Breast Cancer Now explained to Bored Panda.

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8-Year-Old Carter Blanchard And Rowdy The Dog Both Have A Disorder Called Vitiligo

8-Year-Old Carter Blanchard And Rowdy The Dog Both Have A Disorder Called Vitiligo

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#5

Love The ”Pattern” In My Wife's Eyes

Love The ”Pattern” In My Wife's Eyes

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Dorothy Parker
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Her eyes are incredible. It almost looks like they have a flower pattern. Truly ice blue, but not cold looking.

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“There are things you can do to help to reduce your risk such as drinking less alcohol, maintaining a healthy weight, and keeping physically active. Even the small changes like walking more or cutting down on processed foods can be a great start,” they said that there are lots of small lifestyle changes that can reduce the risks. Even though we can’t control everything, we can control some things.

Breast Cancer Now explained that breast cancer is the most common cancer in the United Kingdom. Around 55k women and 370 men get diagnosed with the disease each year. “1 in 7 women in the UK will develop breast cancer in their lifetime, and 8 out of 10 cases of breast cancer are diagnosed in women aged 50 and over,” the representative told Bored Panda.

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My Sister Has Had Hair That's Half Blonde Half Brunette Since She Was Born. 1989 vs. Today

My Sister Has Had Hair That's Half Blonde Half Brunette Since She Was Born. 1989 vs. Today

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Sum Guy
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Looks cool... but I know kids are horrible and I'm sure she was bullied for being different

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A Rare Genetic Disorder Known As Cat Eye Syndrome

A Rare Genetic Disorder Known As Cat Eye Syndrome

"The boy happens to have cat eye syndrome, a genetic condition that often leads to other detrimental health defects. All that said it was a good lesson...despite his challenges he had the most curiosity, the most to give."

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EP
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Another child where this look happens to suit them really well. He looks pretty d@mcool like this.

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“Everyone’s breasts are different and can change with age and at different times of the month. No one knows your body better than you, so it’s important to get to know how your breasts normally look and feel so it will be easier to spot if there are any unusual changes,” Breast Cancer Now said.

“Most breast changes won’t be cancer but it’s important to report anything different or new to your doctor as soon as possible and get it checked out. The sooner breast cancer is diagnosed, the more effective treatment may be.”

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Baby Chanco Was Born With A Lot Of Hair Which Kept Growing. This Is Her At 7 Months Age

Baby Chanco Was Born With A Lot Of Hair Which Kept Growing. This Is Her At 7 Months Age

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I Have A Small Amount Of Sectoral Heterochromia In My Right Eye, Plus A Kind Of Interesting Eye Pattern

I Have A Small Amount Of Sectoral Heterochromia In My Right Eye, Plus A Kind Of Interesting Eye Pattern

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According to Breast Cancer Now, checking your breasts for lumps or swellings is very simple and you can remember what to do by using the acronym TLC: Touch, Look, Check. 

“It could be when you get dressed, or when you’re in the bath or shower or putting on moisturizer—just as long as you do it regularly and remember to check the whole breast and the surrounding area, including the upper chest and armpits. Most cases of breast cancer are found by women noticing unusual changes, taking the initiative, and visiting their doctor.”

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#13

I Have A Birthmark In My Eye

I Have A Birthmark In My Eye

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Annabeth Chase
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm just saying, you look like you belong in the capitol from the Hunger games

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I (17M) Have Abnormally Long Arms 5’9 With A 6’6 Wingspan

I (17M) Have Abnormally Long Arms 5’9 With A 6’6 Wingspan

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Michelle M
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

As an adult, he will have a lot of friends...friends who need him during moving day

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Here are some of the most common breast cancer signs and symptoms: 

-“A lump or swelling in the breast, upper chest, or armpit. You might feel the lump, but not see it.

-Changes in the size or shape of the breast

-A change in skin texture i.e. puckering or dimpling of the skin

-A change in the color of the breast—the breast may look red or inflamed

-Rash, crusting, or changes to the nipple

-Any unusual discharge from either nipple.”

#16

I Was Born With One Of The Rarest Forms Of Belly Buttons In The World

I Was Born With One Of The Rarest Forms Of Belly Buttons In The World

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#17

I Have A Skin Condition Called Dermatographia Which Causes My Skin To Raise From The Smallest Scratch And I Like To Draw Flowers On Myself Sometimes

I Have A Skin Condition Called Dermatographia Which Causes My Skin To Raise From The Smallest Scratch And I Like To Draw Flowers On Myself Sometimes

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Elin Noller
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2 years ago

They look old tho, so hopefully she is past it

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Rachel Cowley
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I can see the scars and I know myself what they are from. Please know you're not alone. People care. Social distance hugs

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-alex_the_trans_demon-
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I know where the scars are from too, the difference is that people on the internet notice unlike the people in my life who don't.

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Linziaj
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Unfortunately I see self harm scars too. Please get help or hope you have done already :(

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SirPatTheCat
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you click the link to the original post op says that they no longer cut and are also grateful for support from similar comments :)

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Stephanie IV
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I had that - it was connected to a systemic imbalance which triggered hay fever and urticaria as well. In my case a tooth that needed to go. With that gone, the rest went too.

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Got Myself 4 Dwarves
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My skin does this, and I scar from everything, literally covered in scars from every tiny injury I've ever had - so weird it's an actual condition.

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Frances M
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is a different condition from yours in that it doesn’t scar or break the skin. It vanishes completely in about 10 mins.

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Birgit M
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have that too. Friends used to have a game of tic-tac-toe with toothpicks on my arms.

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Dagnirath
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Been there, done that. When I was a busser at a restaurant, the hostess and I would play when things were exceptionally slow. It had to be, because it takes a couple of minutes for my welts to develop.

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Samantha Hall
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I used to have this also but as I've grown older I don't have it anymore quite sad really Lol

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Holes2Heaven
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This isn't that rate. Both myself and my daughter have it too

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Kerri Russ
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have this one, too, with the side effect that the raised flesh is itchy as h*ll. It happens mostly when I'm carrying in several grocery bags from the car and let them slide down my arm. The weight of the bags eats into my arm and causes horrible itchy welts that take an hour to go away. An itchy inconvenience.

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Leslie Burleson
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My husband , son and grandson have this too. They look like somebody tried to murder them if they have a massage

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Red Ruffensor
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I had this as a kid, and used to draw pictures. Then it just went away.

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julia
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

i have the same exact condition!! i draw things on my body when im bored, and when my dog scratches me, my family gets freaked out, but it doesn’t hurt

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My skin used to be like this but it just stopped some time ago. Not sure why it happened or why it stopped. I didn't know it had a name.

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Terilee Bruyere
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My daughter has this. It can be beautiful but not so fun when trying to find clothing that won't make you look like you've been abused.

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Hugh Willie Mungous
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I used to experience this too . . . . . when I was young. I'm more than 60 now and it hasn't happened for years. It never caused me any problems. Coming in to contact with metal seemed to do it most of the time (e.g. if I was up to my elbows in a car engine).

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Wistiti
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have the same thing - my worst trigger is pollution. Even taking a shower doesn't make the itching stop.

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Kai Scadden
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Maybe if you just focus on something else other then the itching it might help.if not fully stop it it will PROBABLY make the itching a little better.*realizes you've probably tried this* never mind

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Jo Morris
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I had this for a few years as a teen but grew out of it. I didn't know then it was a real condition. It may have helped when I was teased for having "worms".

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Liz-ard
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Omygod! Before I read the text I thought “That’s a really strange birthmark! God must have had a flowe-power mood that day she was born!”

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sharron lynn parsons
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You are quite positive with your attitude, I guess the paint is non toxic !!!

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somnomania
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

this is the greatest indicator of mast cell activation syndrome!

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Ayla Smith
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Looks more like Scarification, which is not a genetic disorder. It's an artistic choice similar to tattoo art.

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Kim Lorton
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Interesting… but so are the cutting scars. I hope and pray, your need to cut yourself is gone. You are worth it, to treat yourself well, and you deserve to be happy.

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Dagnirath
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have this on the moderate-to-severe end of the spectrum. I have to take antihistamines every day to control it; without them I'm an itchy mess and the lightest touch can raise the welts. With them, my skin is almost normal except for this neat party trick. The welts themselves itch and burn for the first couple of minutes, then they're just there until they fade away (about 1/2 hour on average).

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Catherine Walsh
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What is with the comments today? Those are not scars. They are not stretch marks. It is not self harming. Google dermatagraphism. It is laying for Lskin writing”. Any pressure can result in hives that are in the shape of the pressure on the skin.

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Cydney Golden
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The marks are completely temporary. I used to have this myself. The marks fade after a few hours.

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Jane W.
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'd keep those flowers a little smaller if I were you.

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CeeJay
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'll be honest I thought it was stretch Marks at first but I self harmed in the past and I was able to hide it because I had stretch marks! It just blended in... I hope this person is okay xx

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Frances M
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have this too, I inherited it from my dad. They take a min or two to come up and vanish again in about 10 mins. Doesn’t hurt but feels weird when you gently run your fingers over them.

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renee brack
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That has such gentle, ephemeral beauty. Here today and gone tomorrow. Way more interesting and beautiful than the fixated permanence of a tattoo.

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I can do this toooo.. Just with harder scratches, object, and sometimes blood

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I Saw Some Say That They Have Sectoral Heterochromia, And I Raise You To Central Heterochromia

I Saw Some Say That They Have Sectoral Heterochromia, And I Raise You To Central Heterochromia

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EP
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I did not realize that this was a thing. I may have this. The inside of my pupils are not the same Color as the outside. But it’s less drastic as this so i just always thought I had shades of colors. I will have to look this up now for other images to see.

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Taylor Muhl Has A Rare Genetic Condition Called, Chimerism. She Is “Her Own Twin”

Taylor Muhl Has A Rare Genetic Condition Called, Chimerism. She Is “Her Own Twin”

I have two sets of DNA, two sets of blood and immune cells. The two colors of skin pigmentation on my torso is from my and my twin's two different genetic makeups. My particular case of Chimerism is linked to autoimmune disease.
 
I went undiagnosed for more than half my life due to the rarity of my condition. I’m now an advocate for Chimerism, it’s link to autoimmune disease and body positivity. My hope is to prevent others from going undiagnosed how I did.

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#20

Brazilian Family All Have 12 Fingers And Toes Due To Genetic Condition "Polydactyly"

Brazilian Family All Have 12 Fingers And Toes Due To Genetic Condition "Polydactyly"

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#21

None Of My Fingers Have A Middle Joint

None Of My Fingers Have A Middle Joint

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Michelle M
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I hope this person can still do basic things. Must be quite hard if one's fingers can't bend.

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I Always Hid It, But Now I Want To Share With You My Birthmark In The Center Of My Forehead

I Always Hid It, But Now I Want To Share With You My Birthmark In The Center Of My Forehead

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E Menendez
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

She is so beautiful. I have a birthmark on my chest that I treat like "jewelry" and will wear things that emphasize it. I feel that way about her birthmark with her bangs like that. It is like built in jewelry to be emphasized.

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#25

A Few People Have Actually Said Wtf When Looking At My Eyes

A Few People Have Actually Said Wtf When Looking At My Eyes

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#27

My Girlfriend Has Freckles In Her Iris. They Look Like Marbles

My Girlfriend Has Freckles In Her Iris. They Look Like Marbles

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#28

My Vitiligo Has Turned Half Of My Upper Eyelashes White

My Vitiligo Has Turned Half Of My Upper Eyelashes White

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#29

I Am Allergic To The Cold

I Am Allergic To The Cold

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Sian Edwards
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Me too! Idiopathic cold urticaria. Antihistamines every day and I'm ok, but if I forget, I look like I've been sitting in a patch of nettles.

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#30

My Hair And Eyelashes Are Naturally Split Into Blonde And Brunette

My Hair And Eyelashes Are Naturally Split Into Blonde And Brunette

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#31

I Have A Pair Of Moles, That Look Like An Eyebrow Piercing

I Have A Pair Of Moles, That Look Like An Eyebrow Piercing

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#32

My Hair Is Half Blonde Half Brunette. Including Eyebrows

My Hair Is Half Blonde Half Brunette. Including Eyebrows

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#33

My Son Inherited My Joined Together Toes

My Son Inherited My Joined Together Toes

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EP
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Funny how genetics works! Get to see It in action

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My Son Was Born With A Black Spot Of Hair In His Blonde Hair. It Grows In Black, And There Is No Birth Mark Or Discoloration Under It

My Son Was Born With A Black Spot Of Hair In His Blonde Hair. It Grows In Black, And There Is No Birth Mark Or Discoloration Under It

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J Adams
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Quite likely that as the kid grows the rest of his hair will naturally change to match the darker colour

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#36

My Iris Is Misshaped But No Known Eye Problems After 25 Years

My Iris Is Misshaped But No Known Eye Problems After 25 Years

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#37

My Beard Grows 1/4 Orange And Is Split At Pretty Much The Middle Of My Chin (Even Extends Up To My Bottom Lip)

My Beard Grows 1/4 Orange And Is Split At Pretty Much The Middle Of My Chin (Even Extends Up To My Bottom Lip)

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Been Seeing A Lot Of 4 Finger Havers, Here's Me! I Was Born With 3 Of Them

Been Seeing A Lot Of 4 Finger Havers, Here's Me! I Was Born With 3 Of Them

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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Dinosaur!!! (Not an insult, I think that’s really cool as long as they aren’t impacted too much!)

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#39

How My Vitiligo Changes From The Winter To The Summer

How My Vitiligo Changes From The Winter To The Summer

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#40

The Amount Of Hair My Daughter Had At 2 Months Old

The Amount Of Hair My Daughter Had At 2 Months Old

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Her Birthmark Fits Perfectly With Heterochromia

Her Birthmark Fits Perfectly With Heterochromia

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rumade
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

People saying it looks like a burn- there is a type of facial birthmark called a port wine or mulberry stain. My mum has one on her chin. They can be large and are red.

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This Is My Sister's Eye. She Has A Condition Called "Coloboma"

This Is My Sister's Eye. She Has A Condition Called "Coloboma"

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#43

My Son And I Have Matching Freckles In The Same Spot

My Son And I Have Matching Freckles In The Same Spot

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#44

Off-Center Pupil I've Had Since Birth

Off-Center Pupil I've Had Since Birth

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#45

I'm 21 And Still Have 2 Baby Teeth

I'm 21 And Still Have 2 Baby Teeth

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Momma Panda
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I had three untill 24 (had taken them out surgically). My wisdom teeth never grew, and an x-ray showed they don't exist in my jaw.

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#46

I Was Cursed With A Belly Button That Sticks Out Through My Shirts

I Was Cursed With A Belly Button That Sticks Out Through My Shirts

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#47

To All The People With Four Fingers. Kneel Before Me

To All The People With Four Fingers. Kneel Before Me

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Michelle M
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My siblings (twins) were born with 6 fingers but not as long as this. The 6th one eventually dried up and fell off.

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#48

This Guy's Super-Long Thumb

This Guy's Super-Long Thumb

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#49

My Newborn Son Covered Head To Toe In White "Fur"

My Newborn Son Covered Head To Toe In White "Fur"

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Yvonne Dauwalder Balsiger
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That is lanugo hair. Throughout the pregnancy, babies grow and develop in a sac filled with amniotic fluid. This protective fluid cushions the baby. A baby’s skin is covered with a waxy, cheese-like substance called vernix, which protects the skin from amniotic fluid. Vernix prevents a baby’s skin from chaffing in the womb. Lanugo helps protect the skin and makes it easier for vernix to adhere to a baby’s skin. Once a baby sheds lanugo hair — either in the womb or outside the womb — the hair usually never returns. The only exception is in cases of severe malnutrition.

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I Was Born With Only Four Fingers On My Left Hand

I Was Born With Only Four Fingers On My Left Hand

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