Christina Applegate has been beloved to American television fans for most of her life.
Through the years, she has also been candid about her health issues.
In 2008, Applegate was diagnosed with breast cancer and underwent a double mastectomy.
She became proactive about her health, changing the way she eats while ensuring she gets enough rest.
I could prevent that.
That’s how I’ve taken control of everything.
It’s a relief.
That’s one other thing off the table.
Now, let’s hope I don’t get hit by a bus."
Four years later, the beloved actress has revealed another serious health diagnosis.
A few months ago I was diagnosed with MS.
It’s been a strange journey.
But I have been so supported by people that I know who also have this condition.
It’s been a tough road.
But as we all know, the road keeps going.
Unless some a**hole blocks it," shetweeted.
It can be painful and debilitating.
“As one of my friends that has MS said ‘we wake up and take the indicated action’.
And that’s what I do.
So now I ask for privacy.
As I go through this thing.
Thank you xo” (viaTwitter).
