Supatra “Natty” Sasuphan’s friends used to call her a “monkey face” and a “wolf girl” due to her thick figure and facial hair. She got teased by many because she was different from other kids. She looked unusual as a child since she wore a white dress and covered her limbs and face with hair.
Despite her changed appearance, she continued to lead a happy life despite her condition. She eventually got love and support from those who loved her. Everything changed for her when she met the love of her life. She accepted a new look by shaving her hair after growing up and getting married. She is now happy and confident, enjoying life to the fullest.
A significant incident occurred in Supatra’s family on August 5, 1999. She was welcomed with great joy by her parents, Sompon and Samrerng. However, the doctor’s announcement that their daughter had a lot of hair caused them to feel both surprised and worried.
They noticed her in the baby after initially believing it to be normal. She was nearly entirely covered in hair. She was unlike anything even Thai physicians had ever seen. Her parents loved her and accepted her for who she was in spite of their fear.
Natty subsequently received a diagnosis of Ambras syndrome, an extremely uncommon skin disorder. Throughout history, doctors have only discovered roughly 50 cases worldwide. The palms, soles, and inside of the mouth are the only parts of the body where excessive hair growth occurs due to this disorder. Experts think a rapid shift in DNA is the cause. Natty learnt to cope with the scarcity of it.
Despite Sompon’s desire to leave the hospital after Natty was born, the physicians were concerned that she may desert her child. But Sompon assured them that she would never abandon her child.
No matter what, she loved Natty. “We are lucky that she was born into our family,” she said to the physicians. Her comments showed how much she loved and accepted her daughter.
Natty experienced love as a child, but she also heard cruel remarks from others.
Natty’s unusual ailment, Ambras syndrome, caused her thick hair to hide her face as she grew older. Laser removal and other traditional methods were unable to halt the rapid growth of hair. Other children at school made fun of her unusual features by referring to her as “wolf girl” and “monkey face.” Natty could not understand the insulting, though. She thought of herself as a typical girl with a bit more hair. “It’s the way I am,” she said, accepting who she was.
Natty’s early school years were difficult since other children were afraid of her appearance, according to Natty’s teacher, Kuljira Posaeng. Natty quickly showed, though, that she was just like everyone else. She became one of the best students when her teachers acknowledged her efforts and academic achievement. They described her as a vibrant young woman who enjoyed singing, dancing, and acting. Her parents never made her feel unusual; they always treated her like any other child. Because she was unusual and unique, they were proud of her and never felt embarrassed by her appearance.
Natty got older and came to terms with the fact that there was no remedy for her illness. She opted to shave her face during her teenage years while allowing her body hair to grow normally. She began to value love as much as her image and sense of self. Through friendship, which developed into a romance, she discovered love.
She enjoyed their chats, and it seemed right to be with him. She said she never thought she would fall in love with them.
Natty later wed her partner, whom she called “the love of my life.” To the surprise of some, she posted pictures of her face sans facial hair online. Her father explained that she had not fully recovered from her illness and had just shaved it off. Only her forehead is now covered by her hair, revealing her face. Natty is committed to leading happy lives and encouraging people to value their individuality since she thinks that everyone is lovely in their own way.
Before you go, read this piece from a lady who discusses the importance of self-acceptance and the need to avoid judging body hair.
More Information :
Also read this beautiful story : Senior woman in hospice care is delighted after getting to see a horse one last time
