A 107-year-old woman from China surprised social media users with a large horn growing out of her forehead.
The woman, named Chen, became an unexpected star on Douyin (China’s TikTok) after a video showed her proudly displaying her unique four-inch “devil horn.”
A 107-year-old woman from China amazed social media users by showing off a large horn growing from her forehead. Many people believe this unusual growth might be the reason for her long life.
A 107-year-old woman named Chen became a surprise star on Douyin (China’s TikTok) after a video showing a large horn-like growth on her forehead went viral. Many people think this strange “longevity horn” is the secret to her long life.
The growth developed slowly over the years, but Chen is still in good health, eats well, and stays positive. Doctors say the growth is called a cutaneous horn, often caused by long exposure to the sun. These types of growths are usually harmless, but doctors suggest keeping an eye on them, as there is a small chance they could become cancerous.
Chen’s horn, which is about 10 centimeters long, has grown over several years, but she’s still in good health with a strong appetite and a positive attitude. She’s not the only older person to make headlines for having a “devil’s horn” growth.
In 2019, a 74-year-old man from India named Shyam Lal Yadav had a similar four-inch horn removed from his head by doctors. After removing horns like this, patients might also need radiation or chemotherapy, and a skin graft is usually applied to cover the spot where the horn was.
However, it seems Chen doesn’t plan to remove her horn, and many people on Chinese social media are encouraging her to keep it.
Chen doesn’t plan to remove her horn, and many people on Chinese social media agree with her choice. One user shared, “My grandma had a similar growth. She went to the hospital to remove it but passed away two days after coming home.”
Doctors say cutaneous horns are rare, but they can appear in various places on the body like the face, ears, hands, toes, and, in very rare cases, even on sensitive areas like the penis.
