Proteus syndrome is an overgrowth disorder caused by a rare genetic mosaicism. A genetic mutation during embryonic development gives rise to overgrowth in a subset of the individual's …

Proteus syndrome is a rare genetic condition that causes excessive growth of your bones, skin, organs and tissues.

Feb 20, 2024 · Proteus syndrome is one of the rarest genetic conditions in the world. The syndrome causes abnormal overgrowth in certain parts of the body. It is commonly called the …

Oct 26, 2023 · Once thought to have neurofibromatosis, Joseph Merrick (also known as "the elephant man" and studied by Treves in the 19th century) is now, in retrospect, thought by …

The syndrome became widely recognised after the release of the movie “The Elephant Man”, a screenplay depicting the life of Joseph Merrick who was thought to have neurofibromatosis, …

Proteus syndrome is a rare condition with an incidence of less than 1 in 1 million people worldwide. Only a few hundred affected individuals have been reported in the medical literature.

Sep 18, 2018 · Proteus syndrome, sometimes called Elephant Man’s disease, is a rare congenital disorder. We’ll explain what causes it, and how it’s diagnosed.

Aug 4, 2023 · Learn about Proteus Syndrome, including symptoms, causes, and treatments. If you or a loved one is affected by this condition, visit NORD to find resources.

We describe a case of Proteus syndrome in a 34-year-old man who started to notice growths over his left frontal and temporal regions about 15 years ago. An abdominal ultrasound confirmed …

Aug 26, 2013 · Proteus syndrome is an extremely rare overgrowth syndrome thought to affect fewer than 500 individuals in the developed world. It is characterized by the progressive and …