Famous model Bella Hadid recently made headlines after she apologised for taking a break from social media. She shared pictures of herself hooked up with multiple IV tubes in her hands and arms. And now, Yolanda Hadid has updated fans with the challenges her daughter was facing with Lyme disease, which she was diagnosed with in 2012. This disease has happened to Yolanda, Anwar, and now Bella Hadid. Read to know more about the disease here.
About Bella Hadid’s Lyme Disease
Lyme disease begins when the bacterium is contracted by the bite of a black-legged tick and is then transmitted by the tick. If left untreated, Lyme disease can spread to the joints, heart, and even the brain. Some common symptoms of the disease include headaches, fatigue, fever, chills, bull’s eye rash, swollen and painful joints, and advanced stages, neurological issues such as facial paralysis, tingling, and memory loss. Risk factors include going outside without repellent or tick-proof clothes, as well as failing to check for ticks following outdoor activities.
The most common treatments are oral antibiotics such as amoxicillin and doxycycline. In more advanced cases, intravenous antibiotics may be required. Symptom management may also include physical therapy, supportive care, and pain medications. To limit risk, check for ticks after outdoor activities, use repellent, and wear clothes that cover your arms and legs.
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Bella Hadid demonstrated that Lyme disease may be incredibly disruptive and long-lasting. The majority of patients respond well to treatment. However, there are always a few people, such as Bella, who have to deal with repeated or chronic illnesses. Her most recent post serves as a reminder to advocates for tick prevention and early treatment.
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