Actually, most of the physical disabilities that limit priestly ministry do so not because of the deformity but due to the inability to function as a priest (example lack of both arms or being paralyzed). However, there are another type of physical 'disability' that is not allowed: Severe self-inflicted mutilations, castrations, and various other 'destructive' acts of self because they hint at severe psychological disorders. Physically, a man must be able to preform ministry for the Diocesan priesthood, though some orders might consider an otherwise able man.

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