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Trigger warning: mentions of suicide
A 24-year-oldbusiness studenttook his own life after abotched beard transplantinTurkey.
When it started to grow out, [the beard] was perpendicular.
It looked like a hedgehog; it was unmanageable.
He wasnt doing well.
He was in pain, suffered from burns, and he couldnt sleep, his father said.
The professional also confirmed that his beard grew irregularly.
Ive seen much worse.
Ive seen horrible things.
It was relatively easily correctable for him.
We were in the process of correcting it, Dr. Jean Devroyestated.
Body dysmorphic disorder is a mental health condition that causes you to view your physical appearance unfairly.
He entered a vicious circle and couldnt get out, explained his father.
Nothing suggested that he was going to take action.
The father advised people to prioritize expertise over cost when deciding to undergo cosmetic surgery or any high-risk procedures.
If you or someone you know is struggling with self-harm or suicide ideation, help is available.International Hotlinesprovide resources.
People expressed their condolences to Mathieus family and raised concerns about medical tourism in Turkey
