Céline Dion Reveals Serious Neurological Diagnosis: ‘I’m Doing Everything I Can To Recuperate’
By Movieguide® Contributor
Singing legend Céline Dion recently updated fans on her health and revealed a serious neurological disorder that is causing her to postpone future shows.
“As you know, I’ve always been an open book,” she said in a new Instagram video. “And I wasn’t ready to say anything before — but I’m ready now. I’ve been dealing with problems with my health for a long time. And it’s been really difficult for me to face these challenges and talk about everything that I’ve been going through.”
The pop star revealed that she has been diagnosed with Stiff Person Syndrome, a rare neurological condition that affects something like 1 in a million people.
The Cleveland Clinic defines SPS as “a rare autoimmune movement disorder that affects the central nervous system (the brain and spinal cord). People with this condition first experience a stiffening of the muscles of their trunk followed, over time, by the development of stiffness and rigidity in the legs and other muscles in the body.”
“While we’re still learning about this rare condition, we now know this is what has been causing all of the spasms I’ve been having,” Dion went on. “Unfortunately these spasms affect every aspect of my daily life, sometimes causing difficulties when I walk and not allowing me to use my vocal cords to sing the way I’m used to.”
She continued, “It hurts me to tell you, today, that this means I won’t be ready to restart my tour in Europe in February. I have a great team of doctors working alongside me to help get better and my precious children, who are supporting me and giving me hope.”
In January, Dion canceled North American tour dates, citing a “recovery from recent health issues.”
“I miss you so much. I miss seeing all of you — being on the stage, performing for you. I always give 100 percent when I do my shows,” the singer said. “But my condition is not allowing me to give you that right now. For me to reach you again, I have no choice but to concentrate on my health at this moment. And I have hope that I’m on the road to recovery. This is my focus. And I’m doing everything that I can to recuperate.”
She concluded, “I want to thank you so much for your encouraging wishes of love and support on my social media. This means a lot to me. Take care of yourselves — be well. I love you guys so much. And I really hope I can see you again, really soon. Thank you.”
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