“The wine-colored birth mark on the right side of his face and chest has grown to extraordinary proportions over the years. An office worker finds it hard to walk down the street without someone spitting in disgust because of his facial condition. Mohammad Hussain was born with a wine-colored birth mark on the right side of his face and chest that has grown to extraordinary proportions over the years. The 44-year-old dreams of living a normal life – to marry, have kids, even just to eat in restaurants like we all take for granted. But his facial disfigurement, which could be operated on if he could afford it, has left him living a lonely existence in his hometown of Srinagar, India. He has to face constant ridicule by the general public, with some even running away from him or covering their face thinking his condition is contagious.” w/ photos
