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An unusual combination of congenital malformations in a 16-year-old em
otionally disturbed man is described. The anomalies included severe co
ngenital bilateral leg lymphedema, bilateral gynecomastia, unilateral
cataract, and malformed external genitalia. Genetic and hormonal inves
tigations were unremarkable. Multiple concomitant operations (vascular
and plastic surgeons) to correct the deformities and restore physical
well-being and self-esteem were undertaken.