Graphics: Man with rare skin disease has 'tree roots' growing from his hands

 

Afflicted: Abul Bazadar, 25, at a hospital in Dhaka

This man has rare skin disease that makes his hands look like they have tree roots growing out of them.
Abul Bazadar, 25, is pictured here at a hospital in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
He has suffered from 'Human Pappiloma Virus' since he was 10.

The rickshaw driver has been dubbed the 'Tree Man' and doctors from around the world are working on a cure.
Dr Samanta Lal Sen, chief coordinator of National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery, said doctors will decide on his treatment after forming a medical board of experts.

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Pain: Mr Bazadar has suffered from the disease since he was 10

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Growths: The condition also affects the soles of his feet

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Human papilloma virus is the name for a group of viruses that affect the skin and moist membranes lining your body.
There are more than 100 types of HPV.
Around 30 types of HPV infection can affect the genital area.
All HPV infections can cause warts.

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Chance: This type of HPV is incredibly rare

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Feeding: Amena Bibi helps her son Abul

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Support: Abul with family members

Infection can cause a rapid growth of cells on the outer layer of the skin.
Common warts have a characteristic cauliflower-like surface and are typically slightly raised above the surrounding skin.
Flat warts are most commonly found on the arms, face or forehead.
Like common warts, flat warts occur most frequently in children and teens

Source: Mirror