This Model Refused To Have Her Birthmark Removed And We’re All Inspired

Melanie Gaydos Has Ectodermal Dysplasia

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… But don’t think that’s slowing her down any! Gaydos, 29, has a condition called ectodermal dysplasia. It makes her bones, teeth, nails, and pores abnormally shaped or formed. She’s also partially blind and has alopecia, which causes baldness. She is an art graduate who started modeling for fun, and says that she’s received overwhelmingly positive reactions. Miley Cyrus is even a fan of her work!