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Time of India
2 days ago
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- Time of India
'Grey's Anatomy' star Camilla Luddington diagnosed with Hashimoto disease, details inside
'Grey's Anatomy' star Camilla Luddington diagnosed with Hashimoto disease, details inside 'Grey's Anatomy' star Camilla Luddington has been diagnosed with a new health condition, an autoimmune disorder that affects the thyroid gland, causing hypothyroidism. Speaking on the 'Call It What It Is' podcast, the 41-year-old revealed her diagnosis with Hashimoto's disease, as per People. "Long as you've been listening to us, you've known that I joke about being slothy. Just a little slower. Slower, tired, wanna be in bed, love a nap. It never occurred to me that there could be a medical reason for that," she said at the time. Luddington also shared that a few routine blood tests helped her find the diagnosis. Noting that she initially thought it was some age or hormonal issues, the actress added, "And so I wanna say about two and a half months ago now, still very recent. Had blood work, and it came back. And my doctor was like, 'Everything looks great except this one little thing.'" After hearing the words "autoimmune disease," Luddington was freaked out at first, but calmed down after the doctor assured her that the condition was "very common," she shared. "I felt like I had the answer for something that I've known is going on. And I have health anxiety, so there was a part of me that was like, 'Am I gaslighting myself?'" she added. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Egypt: Unsold Sofas at Bargain Prices (Prices May Surprise You) Sofas | Search Ads Search Now Undo Luddington said that her next move was to call Jessica Capshaw, her 'Grey's Anatomy' co-star and co-host on the podcast. During the conversation, Luddington explained about the disease, stating that Hashimoto happens when the body's immune system accidentally attacks the thyroid, making one a little slothy. "So over time, the damage it does, it makes the thyroid slow down and stop making enough hormones," she said, further highlighting her symptoms of dry skin, hair loss, and weight gain. The actress is now recovering, she assured.
Mint
3 days ago
- Health
- Mint
Greys Anatomy star Camilla Luddington diagnosed with Hashimoto disease, details inside
Los Angeles [US], August 9 (ANI): 'Grey's Anatomy' star Camilla Luddington has been diagnosed with a new health condition, an autoimmune disorder that affects the thyroid gland, causing hypothyroidism. Speaking on the 'Call It What It Is' podcast, the 41-year-old revealed her diagnosis with Hashimoto's disease, as per People. "Long as you've been listening to us, you've known that I joke about being slothy. Just a little slower. Slower, tired, wanna be in bed, love a nap. It never occurred to me that there could be a medical reason for that," she said at the time. Luddington also shared that a few routine blood tests helped her find the diagnosis. Noting that she initially thought it was some age or hormonal issues, the actress added, "And so I wanna say about two and a half months ago now, still very recent. Had blood work, and it came back. And my doctor was like, 'Everything looks great except this one little thing.'" After hearing the words "autoimmune disease," Luddington was freaked out at first, but calmed down after the doctor assured her that the condition was "very common," she shared. "I felt like I had the answer for something that I've known is going on. And I have health anxiety, so there was a part of me that was like, 'Am I gaslighting myself?'" she added. Luddington said that her next move was to call Jessica Capshaw, her 'Grey's Anatomy' co-star and co-host on the podcast. During the conversation, Luddington explained about the disease, stating that Hashimoto happens when the body's immune system accidentally attacks the thyroid, making one a little slothy. "So over time, the damage it does, it makes the thyroid slow down and stop making enough hormones," she said, further highlighting her symptoms of dry skin, hair loss, and weight gain. The actress is now recovering, she assured. (ANI)
Buzz Feed
3 days ago
- Health
- Buzz Feed
Grey's Anatomy Star Camilla Luddington Reveals Hashimoto's Disease Diagnosis
Camilla Luddington, best known for her portrayal of Dr. Jo Wilson on Grey's Anatomy, confirmed this week that she has Hashimoto's disease. The actor discussed her diagnosis on Wednesday's episode of the iHeart podcast Call It What It Is, which she hosts with her Grey's co-star Jessica Capshaw. 'You've known that I joke about being slothy, just a little slower,' Luddington said. 'Slower, tired, wanna be in bed, love a nap. It never occurred to me that there could be a medical reason for that, and that's where we've landed.' She went on to note that routine blood work she'd been putting off helped lead to her diagnosis. 'My doctor was like, 'Everything looks great, except this one little thing,'' she recalled. 'And I remember hearing the words 'autoimmune disease' and thinking, 'What the fuck?' And then being told that I had something called Hashimoto's hypothyroidism and that it was very common.' According to Johns Hopkins Medicine, Hashimoto's disease ― also known as Hashimoto's hypothyroidism ― is a condition where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks the thyroid gland, leading to inflammation and, eventually, an underactive thyroid. Symptoms of the condition may include fatigue, joint pain, weight gain and constipation. It's also most common among women between the ages of 30 and 60, and may begin during pregnancy. Luddington, whose credits also include Californication and True Blood, said she came to view her diagnosis as a bit of a relief, given that she 'knew something was up' prior to her doctor's visit. 'I felt like I had the answer for something that I've been knowing is going on,' she explained. 'And I have health anxiety, so there was a part of me that was like, 'Am I gaslighting myself?'' These days, Luddington said, she's 'on the road to recovery,' though she was quick to acknowledge that it's 'going to be a journey.' Her fans, however, can expect to be kept updated as often as possible. 'We set out to share all the things in the hopes that sharing our stories might resonate with somebody else, or make somebody feel a little less alone in their experience,' she said.
4 days ago
- Health
'Grey's Anatomy' star diagnosed with Hashimoto's: What to know about the disease
"Grey's Anatomy" star Camilla Luddington recently revealed she has been diagnosed with Hashimoto's disease, an autoimmune disorder. The British actress, known for her role as Dr. Jo Wilson, shared the news on the "Call It What It Is" podcast in an episode aired on Wednesday, which she co-hosts with fellow "Grey's Anatomy" star Jessica Capshaw. Luddington explained that, for some time, she had felt unusually tired and sluggish, often joking about being "slothy." However, she didn't consider that there might be a medical reason behind it. After finally completing routine blood work, Luddington received the surprising diagnosis. "My doctor was like, everything looks great except this one little thing," she recalled. The news hit her hard. "I remember hearing the words 'autoimmune disease' and thinking, 'What the f---?'" Luddington said, though she later learned that hypothyroidism caused by Hashimoto's disease is quite common. Capshaw asked how Luddington processed the news, and Luddington admitted that she had suspected something was wrong with her health. "You know what? I knew something was up," Luddington shared. "Because even when I was having my blood drawn, the doctor said to me, 'Is there any, you know, particular thing you're concerned about?' And I said, 'Look, I'm really f---ing tired all the time.'" Initially, Luddington thought her symptoms might be due to perimenopause, a phase before menopause. But after learning about her autoimmune diagnosis, she said, "When they said it's really common, I was like, 'well, that sucks, but okay.'" Luddington has been part of the "Grey's Anatomy" cast since 2012. In addition to her role on the ABC drama, she has starred as Kate in "William & Kate: The Movie" and appeared on shows like "Californication" and "True Blood." What to know about Hashimoto's disease Hashimoto's disease is an autoimmune disorder that can cause hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) or, in rare cases, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK). The thyroid, a small, butterfly-shaped gland in the neck, becomes damaged in people with Hashimoto's, NIDDK states on its website. The immune system produces antibodies that attack the thyroid, leading to the accumulation of white blood cells which destroy thyroid's cells that produce hormones. This condition is also known as Hashimoto's thyroiditis, chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis, or autoimmune thyroiditis, according to NIDDK. While the exact number of people affected in the U.S. is unknown, Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which impacts about 5% of Americans. NIDDK notes that early on, Hashimoto's may not show symptoms, but as it progresses, it can cause fatigue, weight gain, cold intolerance, joint pain, constipation, dry skin, irregular periods and a slowed heart rate. It often leads to hypothyroidism, but in its early stages, it can cause symptoms of hyperthyroidism. The thyroid may also enlarge, creating a swollen neck or goiter, which can shrink over time. According to NIDDK, the exact cause of Hashimoto's is unknown, but it is often linked to a family history of thyroid disease. Several factors, including genes, viruses like hepatitis C, certain medications, and exposure to toxins such as nuclear radiation, can contribute to its development.
Express Tribune
4 days ago
- Health
- Express Tribune
Grey's Anatomy star Camilla Luddington reveals Hashimoto's disease diagnosis and symptoms on podcast
Grey's Anatomy actress Camilla Luddington has revealed she's been diagnosed with Hashimoto's disease, an autoimmune disorder that affects the thyroid gland. The 41-year-old shared the news during the August 6 episode of her podcast Call It What It Is, which she co-hosts with her Grey's co-star Jessica Capshaw. Luddington explained that she had long joked about feeling 'slothy' and tired but didn't suspect a medical issue. 'It never occurred to me that there could be a medical reason for that,' she said. Capshaw agreed, saying they had both assumed it was just part of Luddington's personality. The diagnosis came after Luddington finally completed routine blood work she had been putting off. 'My doctor was like, 'Everything looks great except this one little thing,'' she recalled. That "little thing" turned out to be a marker for Hashimoto's disease, which causes the immune system to mistakenly attack the thyroid, potentially leading to fatigue, depression, brain fog, sensitivity to cold, and other symptoms. Luddington admitted that hearing the words 'autoimmune disease' initially alarmed her. 'I was a little freaked out,' she said. However, her doctor reassured her that the condition is very common, which helped ease her anxiety. 'I was relieved,' Luddington added. 'I felt like I had the answer for something that I've been knowing is going on.' She also noted her struggle with health anxiety and said she had questioned whether she was imagining her symptoms. After receiving the diagnosis, she immediately reached out to her husband, actor Matthew Alan, and then called Capshaw. She emphasized feeling fortunate to have access to resources for testing and treatment. Capshaw observed that Luddington seemed more grateful than fearful, saying she wasn't 'scared or completely overwhelmed.' Luddington concluded by explaining the condition in her usual humorous tone: 'Hashimoto's basically makes you slothy... you're feeling gorgeous with Hashimoto.'
