Qibao, a three-year-old boy from southern China, once faced cruel teasing because of large, balloon-like growths on his head. Born in Fujian province with a rare skin condition called congenital naevus, his scalp was covered with dark, thick moles that made him the target of hurtful nicknames like “Mickey Mouse.”
Doctors explained to Qibao’s parents in Shanghai that removing the moles would require stretching the skin to provide enough tissue to cover the affected areas after surgery. Early treatment involved placing large skin expanders on both sides of his head—a painful and emotional process for the family.
Despite the difficulties, Qibao’s mother stayed strong. She shared, “We wiped away our tears and kept going,” determined to help her son. After five months, the surgery was a success, and videos show Qibao, bandaged but joyful, playing happily in the hospital nursery.
Boy in China is recovering after surgery to remove two large bulging growths on his head. pic.twitter.com/vAnFIit4KZ
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His courage inspired many on Chinese social media, with users expressing admiration for both the boy and his mother’s strength. Some shared their own experiences of being teased, connecting deeply with Qibao’s story.
Congenital naevus affects about one percent of newborns, usually as small brown spots. But in cases like Qibao’s, larger growths require surgery or other treatments like laser therapy. His journey shows not only how far medical science can go but also the power of love and resilience.
