3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Ricky Gervais reveals he constantly googles health symptoms
Ricky Gervais, 63, discussed his health anxieties on Jimmy Kimmel Live, joking about avoiding doctors and self-diagnosing via Google.
Gervais admitted to experiencing more aches and pains as he gets older, comparing his morning walks to having "stiff pirate legs."
He shared that he often consults his partner, Jane Fallon, about potential health issues and frequently resorts to Googling symptoms, which leads to anxiety about serious illnesses like cancer.
Gervais recounted a story about cutting off a skin tag on his eyelid with nail scissors, prompting concern from Fallon about potential sepsis.
Gervais humorously recalled a past doctor's visit where he was told his jeans were too tight, and the article notes that health anxiety is now a recognised condition that can be treated with therapy or medication.
