China's Elephant Man: Risky Surgery Airing Sun Jun 7 9P

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The upcoming National Geographic show titled "China's Elephant Man" features Huang Chuncai, who suffers from a 50 lb tumor on his face due to a rare condition. This condition has severely impacted his growth, skeletal development, and respiratory function. The show will document Huang's risky surgery aimed at removing the tumor, which is set to air on Sunday, June 7, at 9 PM. Viewers can find additional information and a video preview on the National Geographic website.

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When I first saw this upcoming National Geographic show advertised, I caught a glimpse of this poor man and actually thought it was a joke... I was waiting for a punch line. It took a moment to realize that what I was seeing was real! He has a 50 Lb tumor on his face.

NEXT PRIMETIME AIRING
SUN JUN 7 9P

Known as "China's Elephant Man," Huang Chuncai suffers from exceptionally large tumors that have stunted his growth, left his bones undeveloped, caused his spine to buckle and restricted his breathing. Now, Huang undergoes a risky surgery.
http://channel.nationalgeographic.com/episode/china-s-elephant-man-4210/Overview

Here is a video preview
http://channel.nationalgeographic.com/episode/china-s-elephant-man-4210/Overview#tab-Videos/06728_00
 
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Just a reminder for anyone interested. This will air tomorrow.
 
It is surprising that he has made it this far. I hope his surgery goes very well for him.