Christina Applegate Gets Candid About Recent Health Ordeal
Crappy Illness Hits Dead to Me Star
Christina Applegate, well-known for her role in Dead to Me, opens up about her recent health struggles in a candid
discussion on MeSsy podcast. Battling not just multiple sclerosis but also sapovirus, Applegate faced a
challenging time.
Stomach-churning Yet Colorful Description
Applegate did not hold back in describing her bout with sapovirus. Known to be transmitted through fecal-oral
contact, this virus left the actress humorously proclaiming, “pissing out of my ass for a few days.” It was
truly an unpleasant experience that she openly shared.
Multiple Sclerosis Complications During the Ordeal
Applegate, who has been battling multiple sclerosis for a while, faced additional difficulty when her health
worsened due to sapovirus. Suffering a terrible bout of chest infection and an increased heart rate, she
highlights the challenges of managing the illness.
COVID-19 Adds to the Ordeal
Applegate reveals that the initial cause of her health struggles was a “close one” bringing home the dreaded
COVID-19. This infection hit her hard, especially given her already weakened immune system. Applegate provides
insights into how the virus impacted her overall well-being.
The Distressing Reality
In a conversation with cohost Jamie-Lynn Sigler, Applegate describes the extent of her sickness and the toll it
took on her body. Dizziness, extreme sickness, and a loss of appetite encompassed her day-to-day life during
this trying period.