Beyonce’s sister Solange Knowles admits she struggles with multiple autoimmune diseases. In the comments section of musician Shawn Ross, the singer mentioned that she was also diagnosed with POTS and two other diseases, Sjögren syndrome and mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS). The actress-singer told that she has been struggling with this disease since 2018.
Offering strength to Ross, who was also diagnosed with POTS, Knowles shared, “Sending you so much love and strength, Shawn, and all those dealing with the debilitating, confusing, and lonely symptoms of POTS in the comments. Struggling!”
Further in her note, the singer thanked a non-profit organization that “seeks to improve the lives of individuals suffering from autonomic nervous system disorders through research, physician education, public awareness and patient empowerment programs,” as her It is mentioned on the website. ,
She added, “The good people at @dysautonomiaintl were really an incredible resource to me and I feel really grateful to the Spoony community for supporting me during a time of complete uncertainty!”
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As the Mayo Clinic details, POTS directly affects the nervous system, which in turn also slows blood circulation, causing dizziness and lightheadedness.
A person suffering from POTS symptoms is even more likely to faint when moving from lying down to standing. Meanwhile, Sjogren’s is diagnosed by “damage to the glands that produce and control moisture in your body.”
Knowles previously mentioned her illness in 2017, when the actress-singer revealed that she had been diagnosed with an autonomic disorder, which ultimately led her to cancel her New Year’s Eve performance.
At the time, the musician wrote, “(It) has been a journey that has not been easy for me. Sometimes I feel good, and sometimes I don’t feel good at all.” Although she did not reveal the cause or the diagnosis 8 years ago, she claimed it to be “complicated”.
Meanwhile, responding to Knowles’ comment on her post, Ross wrote, “Thank you so much Solange. You’ve known me since I was a teen and how energetic I can be. It’s definitely made it easier to navigate.” This has completely changed my entire perspective on trying so much. I appreciate you so much for sending the love.
On the work front, Shawn Ross released his new track, The Offer, sung with Lalah Hathaway.
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