17. Fall from Grace

A young homeless man who is a former drug addict is found in a park showing signs of olfactory impairment and horrific scars and burn marks on his chest. With an uncertain identity and the patient's severely worsening conditions, the team looks to the patient's records and family history to understand his detachment. Meanwhile, Cuddy reveals her guilt to Wilson about breaking up with House.

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A homeless man ( Chris Marquette ) is taken to the hospital after suffering a burn, but his condition quickly worsens. What intrigues the team, however, is the fact that he steadfastly refuses to give any information about his real identity. But when the truth of who he really is comes out, it leaves the team stunned. Meanwhile, House agrees to a sham marriage with a prostitute (Karolina Wydra) so she can get her green card, and Cuddy feels guilty for dumping House. Final Diagnosis: Refsum disease Absent: Olivia Wilde as Remy "Thirteen" Hadley

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