Christina Applegate Reveals She Was Misdiagnosed With MS
Variety • • general
Key Points:
- Christina Applegate revealed on her “MeSsy” podcast that she was misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS), a diagnosis she received in 2021.
- Despite the misdiagnosis, Applegate’s symptoms persist, and her illness remains a mystery, causing her significant emotional distress and confusion.
- She expressed feeling upset and shocked by the news, as she had become a prominent advocate for the MS community and had retired from acting due to the diagnosis.
- Applegate highlighted that misdiagnoses of MS are relatively common and emphasized that new technology helped uncover the error in her case.
- She continues to experience severe symptoms, including mobility challenges, and described the impact of the misdiagnosis on her life and mental health.
