A 28-year-old Malaysian woman, Farah Faizal, was known for her beautiful, striking features — until pregnancy changed everything. As the months passed, her face began to transform: swelling, redness, painful breakouts, and harsh lines that made her look like a different person. Even her nose and ears seemed larger. Friends and strangers alike were shocked by how drastically her appearance changed.

Doctors suspected a rare, pregnancy-triggered form of rosacea. For Farah, those nine months were overwhelming. She dealt with physical pain, discomfort, stares, and a huge hit to her confidence. She says it felt like watching her own face disappear.

What kept her going was her husband, who reminded her every day that she was still beautiful and strong.

After giving birth, Farah slowly began to heal — the redness faded, the swelling went down, and she finally started recognizing herself in the mirror again. Though recovery is still ongoing, she’s grateful to feel like her again.