Country music star Lisa McHugh diagnosed with 'incurable' disorder
The country music performer has discovered she suffers from Functional Neurological Disorder, an incurable condition, following a "challenging" period of several weeks in hospital.
Lisa issued a public statement to inform her supporters and detail her journey towards receiving the diagnosis.
The mother-of-two posted on Instagram: "After what has been an incredibly scary and very difficult couple of weeks in hospital having multiple CT scans, MRIs, X-rays, blood tests, lumbar punctures and every kind of test you could imagine, I have just been diagnosed with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) .
"As well as Trigeminal Neuralgia that I was diagnosed with earlier this year. FND is a condition that affects the way the brain and nervous system work, leading to a range of neurological symptoms such as limb weakness, paralysis, seizures, walking difficulties, spasms, sensory issues, cognitive problems and more," reports RSVP Live.
"The specific cause for FND is unknown but one of the main triggers is stress, trauma and anxiety.
"And while there is no cure, it is treatable providing you adapt your life as much as possible to manage it."
The Scottish performer, who has children Milo and Hallie with spouse Nathan, revealed she will step back to concentrate on her rehabilitation. Lisa revealed she'd lost the use of both legs and was forced to relearn walking with the aid of a Zimmer frame.
Additionally, she's been plagued by severe headaches and excruciating facial pain. Lisa lost function in both of her legs (Image: Instagram/Lisa McHugh) The singer has been learning to walk again with help of a walking frame (Image: Instagram/Lisa McHugh)
She went on: "I guess the stress and trauma of this last year and everything we've went through has finally caught up with me and my body and it's now decided to make me physically stop, process and heal from everything properly.
"So that's my plan, as you can see I've a good bit to go on the healing front, going from walking in to hospital with a very bad headache and severe facial pain, to losing function in both legs and then trying to walk again using a Zimmer frame.
"It's quite a lot to wrap your head around. So I need to drastically adapt things in my life right now and for the future to reduce the severity of the symptoms in any future flare ups.
"But rest assured, I will be cared for like a queen every single day until I fully recover from this episode."
Lisa proceeded to express gratitude towards all the healthcare professionals who'd supported her recently, before informing supporters she'd be taking a break from public life.
"A special mention of thanks must go out to all of the doctors, specialists, nurses and staff of the South West Acute Hospital. The care and first class treatment I've had since I arrived has been absolutely amazing and I am so thankful to all of you.
"With all of that said, I'm going to sign off and take time out from everything for a while to concentrate on recovering fully. In the meantime I'd really appreciate all of your prayers and I'll soak up this time with my beautiful family and be grateful for every day."
The country sensation received a wave of love and well-wishes from her devoted followers.
"Sending so much love Lisa, praying for a speedy recovery," one admirer posted.
Another shared: "Oh Lisa my heart goes out to you. Sending you so much love.
"Take as much time out as you need," another supporter advised.
And yet another fan expressed: "Sending you lots of love Lisa. Look after yourself and speedy recovery."
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