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Despite seeing the world in “blurry outlines,” eighth-grade student Lan Jui-yu (藍睿瑜) has become a math and science whiz, well on his way to fulfilling his dream of becoming an ophthalmologist.
Lan has Marfan syndrome, a genetic condition affecting the connective tissue that is often associated with impaired eyesight.
It was only after his mother passed away when he was four that Lan learned he had the condition, she did.
Marfan syndrome is also characterized by overly long and flexible limbs.
Lan at 15 is 1.8m tall.
As his heart valves are at risk of detaching, Lan must avoid collisions and strenuous exercise. During gym