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Myrtle Corbin
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Myrtle Corbin's life and condition made her a subject of lasting medical and historical interest. She was one of the most famous sideshow performers of her time, and her story continues to be studied and remembered. Her ability to lead a full life despite her rare condition is a remarkable achievement.
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Subject of medical literature
Medical journals·1880
Her condition was documented in several medical papers.
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One of the most famous cases of dipygus
Medical·1868
Myrtle Corbin is one of the best-documented individuals with dipygus, a rare condition of body axis duplication.