I'm 16 - But I Look 50 | BORN DIFFERENT

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    A 16-year-old is suffering from a rare condition that makes her look like she's 50. Raizel Calago, from the Philippines, is 16 years old but looks middle-aged due to an undiagnosed, mystery genetic condition. Raizel told Truly: “I have a rare condition that makes me look old. I noticed my condition in 2019, I was shocked and asked myself why my face was like this.” When Raizel and her family started noticing the changes to her appearance she sought medical advice. “The doctors believe it could be progeria”, she explained. However, she is waiting for a formal diagnosis. The teenager had previously been competing in beauty pageants, but over the course of two years her body began to age rapidly and her life was turned upside down.
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  • @missdesireindependance5194
    @missdesireindependance5194 Před 2 lety +6285

    I’m glad she is surrounded by a loving and protective family. This will definitely help boost her confidence.

    • @SoulDelSol
      @SoulDelSol Před 2 lety +25

      She looks miserable. For a 16 year old girl to look 50..

    • @realniga3012
      @realniga3012 Před 2 lety +25

      Facts she needs it because some people don’t have that imagine going through and not being close to your family

    • @iamnedd92
      @iamnedd92 Před 2 lety +7

      that is a asian thing

    • @mikegee8875
      @mikegee8875 Před 2 lety +22

      Loving family, but cruel neighbors. That country is full of superstitions and they consider her cursed.

    • @game-hq8hd
      @game-hq8hd Před 2 lety +3

      Hi i love you i am 👉🇲🇨

  • @oldladylovesBruno
    @oldladylovesBruno Před 2 lety +2743

    It's hard enough being a 16 year old girl. Having this condition, with no diagnosis, must be terrible to deal with. I'm glad her family is so loving and supportive to her.

    • @SumAnonymousAcapella
      @SumAnonymousAcapella Před 2 lety +14

      Hell I must have a similar condition i have been called a liar before when stating my age... I have had people mistake me for older. Its strange... Either they think im very young like 15 or 40... Both is too old or too young. It's strange. I have noticed alot of people born in the 90s appear older....i saw a guy in my class...he was 23 but full beard and huge bald spot in his head. I assumed he was a professor at first.

    • @JordanC100
      @JordanC100 Před 2 lety +3

      16 year old person* we gotta be more inclusive.

    • @chibi_okami
      @chibi_okami Před 2 lety +16

      @@JordanC100 They're talking about the girl in the video

    • @JordanC100
      @JordanC100 Před 2 lety +1

      @@chibi_okami no, they were saying in general.

    • @Sam-fp8zm
      @Sam-fp8zm Před 2 lety +2

      @@SumAnonymousAcapella need to do whole genome sequencing to see if its a genetic disease. Might be an inborn error of metabolism of some sort. Also there is a diet that would help. Zsofia Clemens.

  • @fumingxu519
    @fumingxu519 Před 2 lety +2525

    Be strong, Raziel. Beauty also lies beyond the exterior facade. I watched a married Chinese woman in China with a similar condition. Her husband still loves her like before. I hope many blessings will bestow upon you and your family!

    • @youknowtherules8888
      @youknowtherules8888 Před 2 lety +24

      @Sunil
      “Reality is a nightmare for the dreamer”
      Kadour ziani

    • @shais10yearago97
      @shais10yearago97 Před 2 lety +21

      yup reality is beyond imagination .but sometimes miracles happen for someone like her .hope she's happy with her life.

    • @delegsgsg6353
      @delegsgsg6353 Před 2 lety +2

      Whats the name of the doc

    • @teeforever1
      @teeforever1 Před 2 lety +5

      요한복음 3:16 KOR
      하나님이 세상을 이처럼 사랑하사 독생자를 주셨으니 이는 저를 믿는 자마다 멸망치 않고 영생을 얻게 하려 하심이니라. ~~❤✝️🙏😊
      로마서 5:8 KOR
      우리가 아직 죄인 되었을 때에 그리스도께서 우리를 위하여 죽으심으로 하나님께서 우리에게 대한 자기의 사랑을 확증하셨느니라~~❤🦋🙏✝️
      로마서 10:9 KOR
      네가 만일 네 입으로 예수를 주로 시인하며 또 하나님께서 그를 죽은 자 가운데서 살리신 것을 네 마음에 믿으면 구원을 얻으리니~~❤🦋✝️🙏😊..

    • @luckyduck2928
      @luckyduck2928 Před 2 lety

      There's another documentary with a British girl who appears to have the same condition
      czcams.com/video/ROPext-4ve8/video.html

  • @dreamer6112
    @dreamer6112 Před 2 lety +301

    The fact that she used to participate in beauty pageant and she's now dealing with this illness she is beyond strong I pray that she recover soon she is indeed beautiful inside out lots of love

    • @davidjimoh2693
      @davidjimoh2693 Před 2 lety +6

      I guess most people aren't realizing this...but what you have just raised in definitely by all means the HARDEST part of all this! Oh my dear! To be once so beautiful enough to compete in beauty pageant to now going through and enduring this. May God help her find the cure she truly deserves. Stay strong Raziel.

    • @nikiyen6
      @nikiyen6 Před 2 lety +1

      Maybe she participated in beauty pageants because of her condition. Say that women's faces look prettiest between 16 and 25. She may have had such a face when she was only 10 or something because of her condition.

  • @ariefraiser140
    @ariefraiser140 Před 2 lety +5559

    To deal with that at an age where you're most inscure about yourself is a lot. I hope she just concentrates on her goals for the future and doesn't let anything derail her.

    • @dishonoredundead
      @dishonoredundead Před 2 lety +67

      I saw another documentary on a condition like this, might even have been on this channel. British family of all girls. It ended with her getting plastic surgery, and she was very happy. I hope this girl doesn't feel she needs that, but my heart breaks for her. Maybe it's a dumb idea, but I thought they should meet. It's a rare condition, maybe it would help knowing they aren't alone.
      Found it: Instead of sharing a link, thought it might be better to just send a search criteria "I'm 20 But Look 60".

    • @ashleywright4817
      @ashleywright4817 Před 2 lety +13

      @@dishonoredundead i think its Idea to do this surgery Im 15 and I couldnt imagine

    • @alphawtel3157
      @alphawtel3157 Před 2 lety +40

      @@dishonoredundead Bro who are we anyway. It is her wish if she wants to do the surgery. After all plastic surgery is invented for people who are very concerned about their appearance. And it ain't their mistake if they want to correct it. After all we as humans tend to be caring about our appearance.

    • @johndough2328
      @johndough2328 Před 2 lety +5

      Lol can you imagine being in that situation? She can literally go to the bar and drink her problems away

    • @bobjohnson6131
      @bobjohnson6131 Před 2 lety

      I mean yeah it sucks but i would be content. Since there are people out there who are born blind, with missing limbs, or can't even talk.

  • @boop7405
    @boop7405 Před 2 lety +2503

    Seeing her cry made me cry shes so strong im 18 and i have normal teen issues like acne and cellulite and stuff like that and im over here acting like its the end of the world while this girl is 16 and has such a complicated sickness and she’s still so strong. I admire her greatly shes the definition of iconic and i hope only the best for her❤️

    • @meekmeek44
      @meekmeek44 Před 2 lety +25

      Well said.

    • @Ryder_OMEGA
      @Ryder_OMEGA Před 2 lety +26

      I'm just glad they still don't have social media over there because she might off herself.

    • @nodiggity8746
      @nodiggity8746 Před 2 lety +16

      Cellulite is not an issue

    • @boop7405
      @boop7405 Před 2 lety +40

      @@nodiggity8746 i know, i just have body dysmorphia and thats one of my insecurities:/

    • @theshriekinghominin1760
      @theshriekinghominin1760 Před 2 lety +27

      @@boop7405 cellulite is totally normal, every woman has it. If you haven't already, I recommend you watch Lorry Hill's video on cellulite.

  • @1.618_Murphy
    @1.618_Murphy Před 2 lety +886

    I pray to god, she gets cured! She seems to be a really amazing person! ☹️

    • @1.618_Murphy
      @1.618_Murphy Před 2 lety +38

      @Michael Barnes
      That procedure costs a hefty amount! And her family doesn't seem to be well off! That means she really needs to work hard! But again, she lives in a third-world country where people judge people by their looks! It's a loop of neverending misery! ☹️
      Unless someone kind enough to lend her / donate her that money, there's no way!

    • @TC-jz7sp
      @TC-jz7sp Před 2 lety +27

      @@1.618_Murphy bruh people are judged everywhere for their appearance.. and there's nothing wrong with looking older, I'm sure she'll get used to it and not be "miserable". There's no reason she has to have cosmetic surgery for her condition.

    • @1.618_Murphy
      @1.618_Murphy Před 2 lety +8

      @@TC-jz7sp
      Not everyone thinks that there's nothing wrong with looking older! Not everyone is a saint with a heart of gold like you!

    • @teeforever1
      @teeforever1 Před 2 lety +9

      🦋(John 3:16 For God So Loved The World 🌎, That He Gave His Only Begotten Son, That Whosoever Believeth In Him Should Not Perish, But Have Everlasting Life! 💖✝️🦋😄
      ✝️(Romans 5:8 But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for Us!💞🦋✝️
      ✝️(Romans 10:9 If you confess with your mouth that Jesus Is Lord, and Believe in your Heart that God raised him from the dead, You Shall be Saved! ✝️ #JesusLovesYouuu!!!💖😃🦋✝️

    • @aproudstanofbts5377
      @aproudstanofbts5377 Před 2 lety +4

      I really want God to help her, and cure her plsss😢❤

  • @Vyansya
    @Vyansya Před 2 lety +159

    She is strong. Being a teen is very prone to insecurity, especially physical appearance. I hope this kid knows she is beautiful because of her soul.

  • @hotcold5592
    @hotcold5592 Před 2 lety +1577

    Teenage years are rough but this princess is stronger. Super reassuring to see her circles are supportive and positive Wish her a lifetime of happiness and love! ♥️

    • @Hala-vd2yl
      @Hala-vd2yl Před 2 lety +2

      111 likes ❤️

    • @rebalistkrishna2662
      @rebalistkrishna2662 Před 2 lety +1

      i love you

    • @teeforever1
      @teeforever1 Před 2 lety +1

      🦋(John 3:16 For God So Loved The World 🌎, That He Gave His Only Begotten Son, That Whosoever Believeth In Him Should Not Perish, But Have Everlasting Life! 💖✝️🦋😄
      ✝️(Romans 5:8 But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for Us!💞🦋✝️
      ✝️(Romans 10:9 If you confess with your mouth that Jesus Is Lord, and Believe in your Heart that God raised him from the dead, You Shall be Saved! ✝️ #JesusLovesYouuu!!!💖😃🦋✝️

    • @fransiskadiahayupuspitasar2783
      @fransiskadiahayupuspitasar2783 Před 2 lety

      Kamu mirip sekali dengan artis Indonesia Pevita Pearce

  • @aminahaminah2998
    @aminahaminah2998 Před 2 lety +1053

    I feel so sad for her we can’t imagine how she feels how insecure how much anxiety she feels 😞😞

  • @setsuna7618
    @setsuna7618 Před 2 lety +281

    This is sad. Stay strong raizel. Appearance is just temporary. Show the world that you can make it and wish you all the best in your chef career.

  • @melholmes9326
    @melholmes9326 Před 2 lety +257

    She is a true inspiration and only at 16 dealing with so much. Just such a beautiful soul inside and out.

    • @Hala-vd2yl
      @Hala-vd2yl Před 2 lety +3

      I felt that, her soul shines so much beauty

    • @msdhonifanpage3317
      @msdhonifanpage3317 Před 2 lety +1

      Melissa awww such a beautiful lines from you .. heart touching ..you are too beautiful

    • @melholmes9326
      @melholmes9326 Před 2 lety +1

      @@msdhonifanpage3317

    • @msdhonifanpage3317
      @msdhonifanpage3317 Před 2 lety

      @@melholmes9326 🌹 ..were do you from ?

  • @Cyberbabe999
    @Cyberbabe999 Před 2 lety +1251

    This must be so stressful for her at that age,looking older. Prayers for you.

    • @kevin-cx3ro
      @kevin-cx3ro Před 2 lety +1

      Every tiktok kid has this type of condition so yeah lmao

    • @mangopapaya.6484
      @mangopapaya.6484 Před 2 lety +5

      Um no it's an extremely rare condition so no?
      Unless your joking
      Then ok.

    • @mangopapaya.6484
      @mangopapaya.6484 Před 2 lety

      @@kevin-cx3ro oh nvm I get the joke lmao

  • @r.r911
    @r.r911 Před 2 lety +1405

    That's crazy how this disease came about just 2 years ago. To not be born with it makes it so much more painful. Wow.

    • @violet2501
      @violet2501 Před 2 lety +25

      @Jadan Zaid lol

    • @TaylorAmelia
      @TaylorAmelia Před 2 lety +76

      @Jadan Zaid some diseases yes. But this one, progeria, is genetic

    • @Thomas-gq2tv
      @Thomas-gq2tv Před 2 lety

      @Jadan Zaid Right

    • @msprettipri
      @msprettipri Před 2 lety +3

      @Jadan Zaid I'm so weak lmao

    • @samuraiboi2735
      @samuraiboi2735 Před 2 lety +11

      I think humans f up the enviroment the animals and even their own mentality

  • @meriemkh2039
    @meriemkh2039 Před 2 lety +84

    I don't think I have this condition, but since I was a teenager, people used to call me lady, aunt, or even grandma.
    I was only 17 when I went with my friend shopping, and an old man the same as my dad or older wearing a suit, called me grandma. My friends was laughing. But I was shocked and could not ever forget it.
    That's why I don't show neither my pictures nor my voice in social media, because they always think I'm really Old. Which makes me cry all the time.

    • @anniesophia403
      @anniesophia403 Před 2 lety +7

      Stay strong ❤️

    • @teeforever1
      @teeforever1 Před 2 lety +3

      God Loves You Very Much Meriem!💖 When He created you He saw you WONDERFUL!🦋 (Psalms 139:14 I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and *Wonderfully* Made!)😃 You are PERFECT just the way God made Youuu!!!😄🦋 According to (Psalms 119:73 God's hands have made us.) So we don't have to worry what others think about us. One of my favorite scriptures in the bible is (John 3:16 For God So Loved The World 🌎, That He Gave His Only Begotten Son, That Whosoever Believeth In Him Should Not Perish, But Have Everlasting Life!💖✝️🦋 #JesusLovesYou!!! God Loves you SOOO Much! He even gave His only Son (Jesus) to die for us.
      (Romans 5:8 But God Showed His Love to us, that even while we were yet sinners, Christ died for Us! Jesus says In (John 15:13 "Greater Love have no man than me, for I even gave my life for you my Friends). 💞🦋😃
      Meriem God loves you above all people! Please if you don't know Christ as your Savior, and want too, Please read (Romans 10:9 kjv bible). God Loves You! 💖🦋💞✝️ #JesusLovesYou!!!💞✝️

    • @vc6815
      @vc6815 Před 2 lety +12

      People who are insecure about themselves bully others. You're amazing just the way you are. Stay strong.

    • @PROUDTOBEANAMERICAN55
      @PROUDTOBEANAMERICAN55 Před 2 lety +5

      I am 22 and have always struggled with this also. But Innoway it kind of makes me feel better to know that I’m not the only one. It would be cool if you had a way for me to contact you just to talk about it

    • @lovemusicnatureartsfoods...
      @lovemusicnatureartsfoods... Před 2 lety +3

      I experienced the same thing that's why I don't want to go outside more often because I hate to people outside when they call me mother...

  • @barbywhittaker8762
    @barbywhittaker8762 Před 2 lety +81

    Omg I can't imagine how she feels. At 16 looks are very important to you and I hope she finds the encouragement and confidence to continue loving herself and to not give up hope and realize one day that looks don't really matter at all.

  • @jc5202
    @jc5202 Před 2 lety +1055

    Such a beautiful person inside and out and my heart aches for her. I hope she gets a diagnosis soon and it's lovely to see a loving family around her who support her.

    • @travism9339
      @travism9339 Před 2 lety +7

      🙄

    • @eb909
      @eb909 Před 2 lety +3

      She was diagnosed with progeria

    • @mikobrooks7376
      @mikobrooks7376 Před 2 lety +5

      I wouldn't say a genetic deforming trait is beautiful. Then hope she can resolve it

    • @lawrup
      @lawrup Před 2 lety +2

      Jenlou dose you heart ache so much you feel like having a heart attack

    • @ammusicdeep7873
      @ammusicdeep7873 Před 2 lety +1

      I appreciate you

  • @mylifebydidi8077
    @mylifebydidi8077 Před 2 lety +780

    She is still a cutie with a sweet personality. I hope she overcomes this. Sending her much love ❤️

    • @nekoneko5777
      @nekoneko5777 Před 2 lety +2

      can u just say ''overcomo'' if u had same condition as a teenager? 😅😅😅

    • @meiteimandies5406
      @meiteimandies5406 Před 2 lety +2

      Oh yeah she is looking younger now
      Thanks for sending her lots of love
      And NASA has borrowed a single love from her that you sent her to do this magical research

  • @Krismkm
    @Krismkm Před 2 lety +41

    I hope that she can focus on what she still has, her soul. That’s all we have at the end of the day. Everyone ages, she’s just going through it faster than most. Sending her my best.

  • @sixmercer2504
    @sixmercer2504 Před 2 lety +7

    It's so hard at 16 to accept changes in your body already going on in a typical way. But I know what it's like when things change in a rare way or a way that doctors blame on other things (in my case) for many years (decades) before even trying to get to the bottom of it.
    To be 16 and have a condition where you are mistaken for something you're not must be absolutely unbearable.
    Raizel, you are so beautiful, and what all the terrible people who bully or make fun of you don't seem to consider is the fact that in 20 years they will look just like you! Maybe even sooner. And that time begins to speed up the older you get so they can snap their fingers and suddenly realize they had been cruel to somebody who looks just like they do. It'll happen in the blink of an eye. They will live with the guilt of treating you a celebrity now, with hate and judgment instead of kindness and compassion.
    I have a rare genetic connective tissue disorder that has aged my hands like this. Not my face. But, it's not far off to consider that this could be a connective tissue disorder. There's a woman, a model, btw, who is around 27 now, I think. She has extreme wrinkles all over her entire body, and she appears as though she's in her 60s. She has the exact same type of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome as I do, it's just affected her differently. Ehlers-Danlos effects us all differently, it's a spectrum disorder which means of all the possible symptoms and illnesses that come with it, your gene mutation has simply picked through them like a cherry tree and you happened to get, let's say, a sleep disorder, extreme hypermobility, and/or....loose skin.
    Not to say Progeria isn't the cause, doctors have your case and they know what they're looking for. Here in the US they will run your blood work and photos and symptoms ask through a database and that will give them a few or several conditions they should test for. The doctors will pick through what they think fits you individually and very specifically test for the things that meet the criteria. That's what the doctors in the US are doing, and due to the pandemic, this already very lengthy process has become far longer for everyone everywhere.
    The model's name is Sara Geurtz. Anyone who has been patient enough to read this much of my long winded comment. I just thought it might be helpful for Raizel to see or maybe even get in touch with her somehow, if nothing else some moral support from someone who has been living it as well.
    Well I am so proud of her attitude about it. It really sucks to be self conscious about something so major in your opinion and the judges of others who don't matter.
    Who knows, maybe she was made to appear old because she has aa great deal of wisdom and is able to teach the rest of us! She's beautiful inside and out.

  • @JustHeAndMe7733
    @JustHeAndMe7733 Před 2 lety +279

    She has a very pretty smile, lovely bright eyes, and gorgeous long shiney black hair. Her attitude is wonderful! I look forward to an update on her.

  • @Asia..A
    @Asia..A Před 2 lety +100

    Considering the world is obsessed with looking young with big mega companies producing anti-aging products
    I feel for this young hope she finds some answers from doctors

    • @redravenous1604
      @redravenous1604 Před 2 lety +3

      I have given up looking young. I'm just happy to be alive. I'm only 55 this year but found out I have a brain tumor so... looks aren't anything.

    • @Asia..A
      @Asia..A Před 2 lety +1

      @@redravenous1604 Exactly .all the best

  • @desireeanne1851
    @desireeanne1851 Před 2 lety +41

    I’m sure this is so difficult for her to deal with, you’re still beautiful no matter what! So long as you are healthy and happy, that’s matters more than appearance. Sending love from Wisconsin, USA. ❤️

  • @jeppy4021
    @jeppy4021 Před 2 lety +5

    Wow... She's strong as I know.... one day I literally cried myself to sleep when a girl called me uncle when I was 19 but she is strong! More power to her!

  • @reicheru
    @reicheru Před 2 lety +329

    :( I’m glad her community is supportive. Good luck to her in her pursuits and future as she awaits the diagnosis. Being in medical limbo can be the worst.

  • @renamassey8506
    @renamassey8506 Před 2 lety +271

    She SHOULD follow her dream and become a chef. Her food looks beautiful and artistic. She could become cook in a high-class restaurant. Her sweet nature and her talent make her beautiful, and no medical condition can take that away from her.

    • @yukononun
      @yukononun Před 2 lety +3

      Her appearance is still beautiful, too. She's beautiful inside and out.

    • @eggrollsoup
      @eggrollsoup Před 2 lety

      there are some medical conditions that can take that away

  • @chakarasama
    @chakarasama Před 2 lety +5

    It's so sad and unfortunate for young people to face such things. It really tells you to not take anything for granted because anything can happen

  • @Anugraha-bi7np
    @Anugraha-bi7np Před 2 lety +147

    Universe will only give pain to those people who is more stronger than others and only those people can lead others and be a role model to others bcs they don't fall in their difficult times. 💜

    • @Qubicle.
      @Qubicle. Před 2 lety +19

      tell that to kids who died from bombing. teenagers who got caught by illegal prostitution rings. parents who buried their child. there's no such thing as fairness in life. the more you realize that, the more you are equipped to cope with your shortcomings.

    • @bluebubbles2735
      @bluebubbles2735 Před 2 lety +4

      @@Qubicle. and all of those because of someones' wickedness. People who had reserve their place in hell

    • @Hala-vd2yl
      @Hala-vd2yl Před 2 lety +2

      @@Qubicle. before we’re born on this earth our souls agree to our biggest challenges in life. So we can learn and grow.

  • @olivedog1880
    @olivedog1880 Před 2 lety +103

    You’re beautiful Raizel, doesn’t matter how many wrinkles there are on your face, your beauty shines through and you have a loving family as well.

  • @MrLivegrenades
    @MrLivegrenades Před 2 lety +242

    Such a rare medical condition hope she will have support from the government and her condition will be better.

    • @dukkikhani798
      @dukkikhani798 Před 2 lety

      Absolutely she need the sport form government 😔😔🤭❤❤

    • @julielaythe704
      @julielaythe704 Před 2 lety

      Why does she need gov support. Thats ridiculous. She can work. Looking old is not a disability. If anything it will help her be more successful at a young age. People will actually take her more seriously than someone Looking young.

    • @nikkisolo9080
      @nikkisolo9080 Před 2 lety +7

      The Government won't help her in ANY way with her condition,they could care less,Wake Up,THE GOVERNMENT DOESN'T CARE ABOUT WE THE PPL!!!!

    • @kaidanalenko5222
      @kaidanalenko5222 Před 2 lety

      @@nikkisolo9080 stop eating pagpag then 😂

    • @sarawatswife
      @sarawatswife Před 2 lety

      @@julielaythe704 exactly no hate to her I really feel bad but what does the government has to with this if voluntary help them than it's ok

  • @merrygoround8685
    @merrygoround8685 Před 2 lety +5

    Im so sorry Raizel, i hope you live a happy and healthy life regardless of what happens next

  • @Acombhair
    @Acombhair Před 2 lety

    Omg, she is so brave to talk about her condition to the world. It's a unique thing. I just hope she keeps being outspoken about it.

  • @rockinchik06
    @rockinchik06 Před 2 lety +759

    It looks like the condition is only affecting her face, which is interesting. The rest of her appearance looks that of her age. It really is a medical mystery because progeria affects the whole body and at a very young age, not later in life, in your teens.
    At least her condition hasn't affected her physical health. That's the best news. She can still chase after her dreams.

    • @marthas.4456
      @marthas.4456 Před 2 lety +103

      I think it is affecting all her body. For example her hair doesn't look as beautiful as should for a 16 years old. Also her neck is wrinkly. As an equivalent of fifty years old woman still can be in good health, but years later it will change.

    • @marthas.4456
      @marthas.4456 Před 2 lety +44

      I did read about people whose progeria started to be noticeable at their late teens, or even later so it not always has to start when they are very young. Probably it depends on the severity of progeria.

    • @robertgreen8131
      @robertgreen8131 Před 2 lety +2

      Hi Sarah
      How are you doing today?

    • @rini9325
      @rini9325 Před 2 lety +69

      @@marthas.4456 Not all sixteen year olds have beautiful hair though? Being young has little to do with that. I have really curly and thin hair, and it's honestly mostly genetic.

    • @iannereyes8687
      @iannereyes8687 Před 2 lety +130

      Im from the Philippines and i saw the full video on News. Her whole body became older not just her face. She have stretch marks like that of a mother of 5. There was a heart breaking scene on the news where they put her old picture side by side on who she is now and you can see the huge difference. The picture was just a year ago before she looked old. Im really sad about her condition.

  • @jemmaj2919
    @jemmaj2919 Před 2 lety +117

    awh 😢 I really hope she gets the help she needs, she's so young, and the impact it has on her is really overwhelming 😢

  • @poetry6324
    @poetry6324 Před 2 lety +6

    And still she is so strong, brave and positive.you're a real gem sister.and a beautiful soul.May God bless you..❤❤

  • @barryretmanski4763
    @barryretmanski4763 Před 2 lety

    Awwww man, that's so sad, I cried for her, bless her... I'm glad she has a lovely family and I'm sure she'll make it as a great chef! I'm glad she's able to come to terms with it.

  • @NairAthul
    @NairAthul Před 2 lety +175

    When you hear about conditions like this, a lot of folklore about witches and curses seem like things that could have actually happened and been misinterpreted. Even now, we're not sure of what is happening but atleast we can document it so it doesn't get called a made up story.

    • @arsenicandlace7142
      @arsenicandlace7142 Před 2 lety +5

      Dense

    • @subhadrahembram6515
      @subhadrahembram6515 Před 2 lety +4

      @@arsenicandlace7142 😂😂😂😂 comment section is free for everyone so athul made crass comment

    • @ebe5179
      @ebe5179 Před 2 lety +24

      I think someone put a curse on her!!! I do believe it

    • @janedoll3237
      @janedoll3237 Před 2 lety +9

      Yes, like there’s people that have DNA damage from animal bites that grow patches of fur afterwards (like werewolves), rabies (vampirism), pituitary tumor (giants), etc.

    • @Rammmseydd
      @Rammmseydd Před 2 lety +3

      Or the other way around

  • @mariag5756
    @mariag5756 Před 2 lety +46

    Poor thing. I hope she doesn’t give up her dreams and continue to inspire others. If only these rare things would stop haunting everyone. Lord have mercy🙏

  • @byuyu5937
    @byuyu5937 Před 2 lety +2

    omg... i would feel so bad and sad if this condition affected me :(
    be strong, girl!! you're beautiful 🥰💖

  • @sofialalala5159
    @sofialalala5159 Před 2 lety +10

    shes so strong, bless her and family 💛

  • @the14thblackcat47
    @the14thblackcat47 Před 2 lety +251

    wishing her the best of luck with her treatment and career as a chef.

  • @Paarthurnax_
    @Paarthurnax_ Před 2 lety +18

    She's so strong. I couldn't imagine myself in her situation. all the best Raizel! go chase your dreams!

  • @shysweet16th
    @shysweet16th Před 2 lety +33

    Jesus loves you, Raizel. He is a healer. I believe He can do it for you.

  • @ROCKSTAR3291
    @ROCKSTAR3291 Před 2 lety +4

    I just turned 30 and am still sad about getting old, imagine how terrible this young girl feels… Hope she finds a cure

    • @lamusa2013
      @lamusa2013 Před 2 lety +2

      I'm 25 and people around me wanna make me feel old, I don't even think people on their 50's are old, plus I think 30's is better than mid 20's, is like, u aren't young neither old, so you have the energy and the money to explore the world xD

  • @askedkedeldeif
    @askedkedeldeif Před 2 lety +75

    All you people in these comments, you’re good people and it makes me feel good seeing that, I’m glad just having a reminder people like y’all exist.

  • @truediamond8212
    @truediamond8212 Před 2 lety +54

    People don't realize how blessed they are. You think you are living a tough life, it could have been worse....

    • @ashleywright4817
      @ashleywright4817 Před 2 lety +6

      Okay but thats comparing because someone else's life being tough doesnt make yours any easier

    • @truediamond8212
      @truediamond8212 Před 2 lety

      @@ashleywright4817 yeah, but if you're not aging extremely fast, you at least beat life in a way.....

    • @ashleywright4817
      @ashleywright4817 Před 2 lety +1

      @@truediamond8212 yeah but thats kind of irrelevant to others situation

    • @sarina5363
      @sarina5363 Před 2 lety +2

      Sry but some people have to deal with a lot more and worse conditions than just an old looking face. She is healthy, lives a normal life with a loving and supportive family. Looks are not everthing. A lot of other people would do everything to live her life.

  • @gwenbily
    @gwenbily Před 2 lety

    2:08 I literally cried. You're loved dear, be bold.
    I hope your wishes come true ❤️

  • @cutepinky67
    @cutepinky67 Před rokem

    it's amazing how people get some things taken from them but they still don't give up, makes me don't wanna give up on myself either
    thanks Raziel!

  • @SonyaHudson
    @SonyaHudson Před 2 lety +26

    First let me say that you look beautiful... still. Secondly, I couldn't imagine having to experience that as a 16 year old as it's a hard time or age to get through. But I understand because I am in my 50s now and I have no idea when I aged. It makes me sad sometimes but then I remember that I am still here and I am blessed. You are still here, you're blessed and you have the most important people in your life who show you unconditional love and support. All we have is this moment and we are still here being loved and getting it back. Keep holding on because you have so many big things to do. You're going to get through this. 🙇🏾‍♀️🙋🏾‍♀️💜

  • @velvetta-johnson3123
    @velvetta-johnson3123 Před 2 lety +34

    I’m so happy the community gave positive support. She’s already on her way to greatness and I hope all her dreams come true!

  • @longbottom3171
    @longbottom3171 Před 2 lety

    She is so beautiful and so kind! I hope she becomes a chef and gets the results stay strong your the best!

  • @hillaryhamilton1511
    @hillaryhamilton1511 Před 2 lety +8

    She truly is so beautiful. My hopes are that she will get into her twenties, not worry about her face, and live. Just, live, be her amazing self, and feel how beautiful she is. Beauty is not an age, or appearance. It’s a feeling.

  • @gelaj9152
    @gelaj9152 Před 2 lety +20

    She is still so beautiful, truly. I can understand how difficult that must be especially at 16. May she find purpose outside of her looks. She seems like a talented budding chef☀️

  • @SIM11497
    @SIM11497 Před 2 lety +85

    She may have cutis laxa, it affects the elasticity of the skin making a person appear older than what they truly are. This condition does come with underlying health problems aside loose skin

    • @cirruscries
      @cirruscries Před 2 lety +10

      Now that I think about it I’m almost positive there was a girl in my school that had it. I noticed it in middle school, but her laugh lines would sag similar to an older women in their 50’s. That was by far the most prominent feature, but I just thought that was just how she was normally (not considering the genetic disease). She was very kind.

    • @prouddogmum
      @prouddogmum Před 2 lety +5

      Bingo definitely a collagen disorder. Another guess is the similar Dermatosparaxis EDS

    • @brankamici5164
      @brankamici5164 Před 2 lety +1

      It's disorder at any point in life.

  • @martel8106
    @martel8106 Před 2 lety

    I can't even imagine how hard it was for her...this is heartbreaking... I hope people can be more considerate

  • @altaboy97
    @altaboy97 Před 2 lety

    This made me really sad. My heart goes out to you see sweetheart. The psychological toll that this can take is so brutal.

  • @avalondreaming1433
    @avalondreaming1433 Před 2 lety +95

    There is a family in the U.K. that has this condition. It has to do with a lack of elasticity in the skin.

    • @carlosibanez2793
      @carlosibanez2793 Před 2 lety

      Daily intake of DHEA has antifibrosis and anti-aging effect.
      Adrenopause +50 depletes it in the adrenals. DHEA can be measured in blood.

    • @LaTerfaMexicana
      @LaTerfaMexicana Před 2 lety +3

      Yes, she looked much older than this girl too. So sad.

    • @leoniehendrickson2530
      @leoniehendrickson2530 Před 2 lety +4

      Yes lack of collagen

    • @vianelle3821
      @vianelle3821 Před 2 lety +1

      True there is no cure to this
      Even surgery doesn't help the other girl did surgery and went back with in a year even worse

    • @avalondreaming1433
      @avalondreaming1433 Před 2 lety +5

      @@vianelle3821 That's true, but they found out that her other organs were not affected,, just her skin. It didn't cause her entire body to age, just her skin.

  • @mjoverocker6072
    @mjoverocker6072 Před 2 lety +95

    Prayers they can find a cure, she is still beautiful

    • @Ryder_OMEGA
      @Ryder_OMEGA Před 2 lety +3

      Either plastic surgery or if they find a cure to age their face from 60 to 16 sign me up in 40 years.

    • @svasianfilipiname6603
      @svasianfilipiname6603 Před 2 lety +3

      @@Ryder_OMEGA I am only 37 and I already want the same treatment hopefully in a decade!

  • @womini7290
    @womini7290 Před 2 lety +2

    I'm 18 now
    When I was 16
    I used to cry on strech marks and saggy chest
    I feel se envious of my other friends
    I still get nightmare of those days
    That was so overwhelming for a 16 yr old

  • @1845hunt
    @1845hunt Před 2 lety +1

    Poor baby. I can only imagine how she is feeling. God bless her!

  • @jennyn5692
    @jennyn5692 Před 2 lety +25

    I thought progeria was something that was always apparent in very early childhood, but apparently there's a type called Werner syndrome which may not develop until the teenage years/early adulthood. I really feel for her; I hope she gets some answers.

    • @semerahpadi4484
      @semerahpadi4484 Před 2 lety +4

      Wow thanks for the info.

    • @Sam-fp8zm
      @Sam-fp8zm Před 2 lety

      @@semerahpadi4484 you the person in the vid?

    • @marbleous
      @marbleous Před 2 lety

      Was thinking too that it could not be progeria

  • @nlytndatruthable
    @nlytndatruthable Před 2 lety +27

    Raizel is SO GORGEOUS with such a sweet spirit and such a loving family! She looks just like her sisters and parents and they’re a BEAUTIFUL family! I pray ALL her goals and dreams come true!!!!❤️❤️❤️😎🤩

    • @norpriest521
      @norpriest521 Před 2 lety +2

      Lol shut up.
      If you're going through that you'd feel suicidal too.
      Stop acting like it's ok everything is fine.
      It's not.

  • @binnieminnie9803
    @binnieminnie9803 Před 2 lety +5

    She is such a strong girl, i admire her

  • @shubhambhardwaj6952
    @shubhambhardwaj6952 Před 2 lety +4

    She seems strong enough to deal with it and her family support is incredible. I just want to say never stop living in any condition.

    • @Sarah.M98
      @Sarah.M98 Před 2 lety

      💯 agree, she's Strong and you can see it in her eyes and how she carries herself.

  • @SureYoureRight
    @SureYoureRight Před 2 lety +54

    I know this must be extremely difficult for her but she is still absolutely gorgeous

    • @Whatevsbabes
      @Whatevsbabes Před 2 lety +3

      She is ageing gracefully!

    • @subhadrahembram6515
      @subhadrahembram6515 Před 2 lety +2

      @@Whatevsbabes 😂😂😂😂 lol nice of you to say it atleast you aren't pretending like others who are saying she is beautiful n all...

    • @byttlejuice145
      @byttlejuice145 Před 2 lety

      Why is you lying to her? You are being dishonest. Damn, everybody lying this days.

    • @AxeKick80
      @AxeKick80 Před 2 lety

      @@Whatevsbabes 🤣🤣🤣 oh my god, I’m crying…I haven’t laughed that hard in so long 😂😂

    • @accountaccount1444
      @accountaccount1444 Před 2 lety

      @@byttlejuice145 it’s true tho she is very pretty and that’s a fact

  • @rpach3023
    @rpach3023 Před 2 lety +8

    You can see that this family is not well off, but are very humble and loving. God bless them all.

  • @belf4693
    @belf4693 Před 2 lety +1

    I’m glad her family is so sweet and supportive.

  • @ThisIsCharlieQuinn
    @ThisIsCharlieQuinn Před 2 lety +1

    This is just so harsh. I hope that people like this become successful and strong.

  • @jenniferholmes6644
    @jenniferholmes6644 Před 2 lety +42

    When she cried I cried with her. I know what it feels like to be the ugly one, but it is just how I feel, and not the truth. I don't think she looks 50, but when we feel so different it definitely affects us in sad 😭 ways. I'm praying for you. God bless you.

    • @Hala-vd2yl
      @Hala-vd2yl Před 2 lety

      Beauty come from within us. It really has nothing to do with how we look on the outside. If you shine happiness, kindness and love people see that energy before they make an assumption about your appearance.
      Have you even met someone that isn’t society’s definition of beauty but they shine so bright you can only see them as magnetically beautiful? Vs someone who society says should be beautiful but there energy makes them ugly?

    • @kathleenking47
      @kathleenking47 Před 2 lety

      Its not progeria, since they were born with it?

  • @elainec5801
    @elainec5801 Před 2 lety +7

    She is a beautiful young lady. She is very blessed to have such a wonderful and loving family by her side.

  • @jeromesol2725
    @jeromesol2725 Před 2 lety +98

    As a Filipino, I'm proud she's proud that she's herself. Her family is also very caring and affectionate towards her, a trait of us Filipinos is that we care about what's inside, not on the outside since the inside is what matters more

    • @kevin-cx3ro
      @kevin-cx3ro Před 2 lety +1

      Underrated comment man. Keep it up po!

    • @RVboyjunior
      @RVboyjunior Před 2 lety +8

      Naku pa epal na naman mention talaga pagka pinoy nila

    • @kevin-cx3ro
      @kevin-cx3ro Před 2 lety

      @@peachydandy2570 frrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr

    • @izzzee
      @izzzee Před 2 lety

      LOL

    • @tinitynee5970
      @tinitynee5970 Před 2 lety +4

      Filipinos always bring up their race in every comment smh

  • @jscriber100
    @jscriber100 Před 2 lety

    Must be hard to cope with but don't cry. You are still a beautiful young girl and it seems you have a beautiful heart. You and your family will be in my prayers, hopefully we can get a follow-up video on you guys!!

  • @ninadiamant8937
    @ninadiamant8937 Před 2 lety +57

    You beautiful girl.
    You will have a life full of happiness. Even when it gets unbearably difficult at times, do not listen to anyone that makes you feel bad for the way you look.
    Believe in yourself.
    Live a life without regrets.

  • @twishasalins
    @twishasalins Před 2 lety +5

    This is so heartbreaking. I hope she'll find a way to make herself proud again ❤️ sending love

  • @electricwashingmachine2322

    Lots of hugs to her, We Saw the story before already...I pray truly for her and familiy

  • @abi8967
    @abi8967 Před 2 lety +1

    honestly she's really beautiful. may God bless her and her family

  • @myfathersprincess9585
    @myfathersprincess9585 Před 2 lety +12

    What a beautiful young lady she has a loving family and community support I wish her all the best for her future looks bright. God bless

  • @ematique4392
    @ematique4392 Před 2 lety +8

    Gosh I can't imagine going through that at the tender age of 16 when you are the most insecure and self conscious. She was so beautiful in her pageants so I really feel for her having to adjust to her new face. She is such a strong girl, and still has those beautiful distinctive features.

  • @gussiewilliams7712
    @gussiewilliams7712 Před 2 lety

    You’re a blessed beautiful young lady who will help others who are going through similar illnesses others do not understand.

  • @dindaalifahhany8379
    @dindaalifahhany8379 Před 2 lety

    And here we are still feel insecure and ungratefull over everything. Hope this girl can get all the answer and stay strong for more beautiful life forward

  • @theirbrotherhoodandfriends6101

    I hope you reach your dreams. I'm just so happy on how supportive her family and friends were. And I really hope that there's a cure for every conditions or diseases.

  • @eddpalenciavanegas6739
    @eddpalenciavanegas6739 Před 2 lety +10

    Inspiring how she keeps herself up even when this strange condition is taking away her youth.
    Keep it up girl! You're still beautiful and powerful!! Youth is not physics, but spirit!

  • @yardleyj9391
    @yardleyj9391 Před 2 lety

    Poor baby! I'm 55 and struggling with getting old. I just can't imagine how she feels. Love love to you honey! ♥️💜

  • @rathbovor
    @rathbovor Před 2 lety +78

    I feel like, when she has passed the test of this life, hopefully God can reward her with freedom from reincarnation. Because to remain a good person under these circumstances, people like her deserve Heaven forever. Feel me?

    • @Hero4fun77
      @Hero4fun77 Před 2 lety +2

      Yes I feel you and God deserve hell.

    • @kiriyasu4964
      @kiriyasu4964 Před 2 lety

      Can feel. Holly crap. Blind faith 😂😂

    • @noeminoemi1350
      @noeminoemi1350 Před 2 lety

      @Zach Galifianakis earth is just the size of an electron compared to the universe. /God is the universe.

    • @sel2230
      @sel2230 Před 2 lety +1

      God doesn't exist

    • @teeforever1
      @teeforever1 Před 2 lety +1

      *OUR WORLD IS COMING TO AN END!!!* *Mark 1:15 The Time Has Come The Kingdom Of God Is At Hand Repent Of Your Sins and Believe The Gospel* !!! *Jesus Christ Is Coming Back!!!*

  • @gloriaziwaofficialtv9444
    @gloriaziwaofficialtv9444 Před 2 lety +29

    But she still looks beautiful ❤💯🥳

  • @mrkikkoman5861
    @mrkikkoman5861 Před 2 lety +4

    Im super glad that she still has a beautful family and strong bond family.. That makes a huge2 different..

  • @cipherP9
    @cipherP9 Před 2 lety +6

    That’s falling hard to literally have a hobby based on your looks & youth like a beauty pageant then just start looking older out of nowhere. Makes me wonder if curses are real? The doctors couldn’t explain it.

    • @Sevpha_
      @Sevpha_ Před 2 lety +2

      Fr maybe someone was jealous of her and did some witch craft

    • @brankamici5164
      @brankamici5164 Před 2 lety

      It can also come around. You are making too much assumptions. The most probable cause is that people are degenerated, by the curse of sin in all of us. So the healthy offspring is not granted.

    • @march9177
      @march9177 Před 2 lety

      Some say she got a diagnosis with cutis laxa, a collagen medical condition. She’s not the only one with this condition in the world. It is very rare though. So prob no curses

  • @terrijones9043
    @terrijones9043 Před 2 lety

    She is absolutely beautiful! God please give her comfort and courage

  • @carrieanncancino5118
    @carrieanncancino5118 Před 2 lety +6

    How truly sad for this young girl. I hope they're is a doctor or team of doctors who specialize in genetic condition's that will see this video or be told about this young lady and will reach out to her and her parents to run tests and be able to properly diagnose her. And maybe have ideas how to treat it if it's possible. She seems to a wonderful respectful young lady at age 16. I hope the best for her too.

  • @wheatbread2002
    @wheatbread2002 Před 2 lety +28

    Wow, I never seen thus condition before, but her food looks amazing! I hope to eat at her resturant one day!!!

    • @babylily2448
      @babylily2448 Před 2 lety +1

      Try it u love it.😋thank you

    • @svasianfilipiname6603
      @svasianfilipiname6603 Před 2 lety +1

      I saw a video where it was whole family that was affected. czcams.com/video/ycKJk4I54Z8/video.html

  • @starfox9894
    @starfox9894 Před 2 lety +1

    Beautiful little girl, period. And I believe this condition will probably go away on its on, just as quickly as it came.

  • @hamberg881
    @hamberg881 Před 2 lety

    Thank you for being an inspiration. You have shed light on some things I was worried about.

  • @SandiByrd
    @SandiByrd Před 2 lety +9

    She's still lovely and what an amazing attitude.

  • @ChristineInNornia
    @ChristineInNornia Před 2 lety +5

    Wonderful young woman, I wish her and her loving family the best of health and happiness🕊

  • @jollyelmroot
    @jollyelmroot Před 2 lety +60

    Despite the condition, I still see beauty. Truly Beaty is within the soul.

  • @dailydosageoflaughter3699

    Raizel feels the pain infinitely for what we feel for her. Hope you live long healthy years. Keep pursuing your dream to be a CHEF. Who knows someday, we might have to wait for hours or even days to get a reservation at your restaurant and get an autograph from ya.

  • @AndrewHoangOfficialChannel

    She was so gorgeous before…that is the toughest thing to go through in her teen years that will could never understand. I really hope doctors and scientists can help reverse this somehow for her.

  • @Igoichigo
    @Igoichigo Před 2 lety +3

    Fighting Raizel!! Never give up and I know you can make your dream come true!

  • @dubudubu4610
    @dubudubu4610 Před 2 lety +2

    Stay strong girl, i pray for you and family to be happy always, may you and your family filled with full of blessings. Amen

  • @ladybird491
    @ladybird491 Před 2 lety +9

    She is meant to do something very great, I can feel it. Wonderful young lady.