People Whose Genetics Make Them Unique

Tentacle Tongue

"The octopus tongue." This is a rare genetic condition known as Plica Fimbriata. The condition is not as dangerous as one may think but it can be painful when the tentacles get in between the teeth. Take a look at that guys tongue, it appears to have some tentacles beneath it.

Finger Toes

The woman with "Greek feet." She says she inherited them from her parents, who were born with the same condition. She posted this on Twitter and left everyone going crazy about her toes. Unfortunately, she was bullied and ridiculed about her toes when she was a child. Nonetheless, over time the woman says that she has grown to see and accept that she is a bit different and that it’s completely normal to be different from anyone else.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.