China husband divorces sick wife for losing hair, neglects her, refuses to pay for treatment

A woman in China who suffers from baldness on the top of her head because of a skin disease has been cruelly divorced by her husband, arousing much sympathy on social media.The 36-year-old, who lives in Shangqiu, central Henan province, said her husband did not care for her at all; instead he has disdained her since she became ill two years ago, Henan TV reported.“I have devoted myself to the family. I take care of our child, wash clothes, prepare food and do other domestic chores,” the wife, surnamed Li, was quoted as saying.Li’s illness-induced bald patch is clearly visible as she is interviewed by a reporter. Photo: Baidu“I have never seen such a ruthless man,” she said.Li sought help from the media because she was “despondent and often in a daze” because of the man’s attitude.Two years ago a big patch of her hair suddenly turned grey. Doctors diagnosed it was caused by vitiligo, a chronic skin condition which leads to pigment loss in skin, hair and mucous membranes.Since then, her outer appearance has aged dramatically.Li wearing a hat and mask as she continues being interviewed. Photo: Baidu