It is some form of tumor (not cancerous). I saw a programme about a European man with similar facial disfigurment. He is to be admired that he does not hide away from people.
he is known as 'Ganesh Baba' owing to that outgrowth and treated with much respect, GeoffReeves....This time when you come to India, I'd love to meet you!
Geoff, I live in Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh. Varanasi/Benaras/Kashi is also in U.P. and around 300 kms away. Agra (Taj Mahal) is also in U.P.