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Christina Applegate reveals she was misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis
Actress Christina Applegate announced on her MeSsy podcast that she was misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2021. Despite the incorrect diagnosis, Applegate said she still experiences symptoms consistent with MS and continues to use wheelchairs. Medical experts note that MS misdiagnosis occurs in approximately 20% of cases.
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Left outlets emphasize the surprising nature of the misdiagnosis and highlight that up to 20% of MS diagnoses may be wrong, framing it as a systemic medical issue worthy of expert examination.
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Right-leaning outlets report the misdiagnosis as a factual development in Applegate's health situation, with some noting her statement that she 'lost everything' despite now knowing the diagnosis was incorrect.