Leonid Stadnyk was a boy as any in the small town of Podolyantsi, Ukraine. Quiet and introverted character, there was nothing to foreshadow that over the years would become a local celebrity whose fame would ensure that journalists around the world know of the existence of this poor population.
His peaceful life changed little after age 13, when to the surprise of friends and strangers began to grow at a rapid pace. It's been 23 years since then, and Leonid continues to grow. So much so that today it is estimated that measures 2.56 meters, height making it the tallest man the world *.
suffer a disease known as acromegaly, which is caused by the presence of a pituitary gland tumor. The growth of the tumor destroys the cells that control bone growth, so that people who suffer from the disease will not stop growing throughout their lives.
His newfound fame has made media and curious Podolyantsi have been approached to meet the man who says it measures over 2.5 meters high, but to his surprise found a guy shot, deeply depressed and that he sees his illness as a curse that will not let live in peace.
And that growth is tumor is leaving him blind. In addition, his legs barely able to withstand the enormous weight of his body. These limitations make them lead a normal life, he studied the profession (veterinary) and correspond to earn a living as a person of their training.
The only solution to end the suffering endured by an operation goes ... you can not pay. With 36 years and health status increasingly precarious, the future is uncertain for Leonid.
* Leonid Stadnyk has refused repeatedly subjected to measurement by representatives of the Guinness Book of Records, and this has been responsible for this publicación a seguir considerando oficialmente a Bao Xishun (2,361 metros) como el hombre más alto del Planeta.
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