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    Baby girl born with 26 fingers and toes in Rajasthan: Medical marvel or divine blessing?

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    A baby girl in Rajasthan, India, has been born with an astonishing 26 digits - seven fingers on each hand and six toes on each foot. Medical professionals have diagnosed her condition as Polydactyly, a rare genetic disorder. However, the baby's family believes that she is the embodiment of a deity they worship. Both the mother and the baby are reported to be in good health.

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    In an unusual occurrence, a baby girl was welcomed into the world in the Deeg district of Rajasthan, astonishing doctors at a local health center. The infant, born on a Sunday night at the community health center in Kaman, has left medical experts and her family in awe with her unique physical attributes.

    The remarkable feature of this newborn is her astounding 26 digits. She possesses seven fingers on each hand and six toes on each leg. Medical professionals at CHC Kaman have diagnosed this condition as Polydactyly, a rare genetic disorder characterized by extra fingers and toes. Dr. B S Soni, one of the attending physicians, reassured concerned family members that there are no adverse effects or harm associated with this condition.

    While the medical community attributes the extra digits to Polydactyly, the baby's family sees her birth in a different light. They believe that she is the embodiment of a deity they worship, specifically, goddess Dholagarh Devi. The baby's maternal uncle, Deepak, expressed his conviction, stating, "She has come to our home as a goddess. We all are lucky that 'Lakshmi' has taken birth in our family."

    The mother of the child, Sarju Devi, and the baby girl herself are reported to be in good health following the birth. This remarkable case has captured the attention of the local community, raising questions about the intersection of science and spirituality. As the baby girl with 26 fingers and toes continues to grow, she will undoubtedly be a source of fascination and wonder for many.


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