While we associate celebrities with glamour and stardom, we fail to acknowledge the fact that some of them carry burdens and secrets that are often kept away from the silver screens and the dynamic world of fame, such as chronic health issues. In this post, I will discuss celebrities living with a rare form of … Read more
Prader-Willi Syndrome may not be a common condition with widespread news on the mainstream media, but it is among chronic diseases with devastating effects on its patients. As one of the hereditary conditions, Prader-Willi Syndrome can start from childhood and last until old age. Also, since there is no cure for the condition, living and … Read more
Celebrities tend to be plagued by the rarest of diseases. This could be a result of their lifestyle which includes their diet, substance use, treatment options, and stressful tight schedules. One such disease that some celebrities have had to struggle with is Hidradenitis Suppurativa. Let us discuss some of the celebrities who have openly talked … Read more
Besides their talent in their respective entertainment areas, celebrities are also identified by their physical flaws. A long philtrum is among physical attributes perceived as physical shortcomings for stars, but in most cases, it gives them distinctive looks. The philtrum is the area between an individual’s nose and upper lip. Its length varies in individuals, … Read more
Did you know that some football players you enjoy watching play have scoliosis? What is scoliosis, and is it a serious health condition? Scoliosis refers to a curved spine. Instead of having a normal straight spine, individuals with scoliosis have an abnormally curved spine that may take a C or S shape. Scoliosis takes several … Read more
Gum disease, also known as Periodontitis, is a severe gum infection that causes damage to the gum and jawbone. Common symptoms include loose teeth, tender/swollen gum, receding gum/gum line, bleeding gum, and bad breath. The following are some of the causes of gum disease: Though anyone is prone to the disease, statistics show that: Unfortunately, … Read more
Being a celebrity is difficult because every aspect of their life, including their physical appearance, is open to scrutiny. Talking of celebrity bodies, it is unfair that people expect them to be flawless, yet they are human. It doesn’t matter if they undergo cosmetic surgery or stay natural; they always find themselves being a topic … Read more
Being a woman is tough, sometimes. You have to deal with hormonal imbalances as soon as you hit puberty, navigate menses as a young girl, and cope with pregnancy and giving birth. Now, add that to chronic pain in your vulva and things go a notch higher. This is the reality of some women in … Read more
Despite what we see on our screens as healthy and successful personalities, those celebrities are humans like us, dealing with everyday normal people’s challenges. We admire their determination and zeal, especially from celebrities living with life-long incurable conditions. One such condition, though overlooked, is Irlen Syndrome. What Is Irlen Syndrome? Irlen Syndrome, also known as … Read more
In recent years, ribcage bragging has become a new body trend, where celebrities pose for photos in a manner that shows their ribs and post them online. To that effect, fans and followers imitate this trend, with some going to the extremes of starvation just so their ribs can become visible. A past study shows … Read more