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Proteus Syndrome
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A very rare hereditary disorder characterized by lesions of the lymph vessels, overgrowth on one side of the body, an abnormally large head, and abnormal spots on the skin.

The Elephant Man's Bones Reveal Mystery
Article looks at the medical findings in the case of John Merrick, the Elephant Man. From the About.com Guide to Rare/Orphan Diseases.

Contact A Family (U.K.)
Information on the syndrome and addresses of support groups in the U.K.

Dermatology Online Atlas
Photographs of a case of Proteus syndrome.

Diagnostic Radiology Department at NIH (U.S.)
Information on the syndrome from the Clinical Center at the National Institutes of Health (U.S.).

NORD: Proteus Syndrome
A brief definition from the National Organization for Rare Disorders (U.S.).

Proteus Syndrome Foundation (U.S.)
Site offers information on the syndrome, a glossary, newsletter, chat, and articles.

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