Christina Applegate reveals she was misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis

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Christina Applegate reveals she was misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis. (2026, October 20). CBS News. https://www.cbsnews.com/video/christina-applegate-reveals-she-was-misdiagnosed-with-multiple-sclerosis/

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This article does not match the title provided. The actual content discusses a study showing that teenage girls use e-cigarettes more frequently than teenage boys do. No information is given about Christina Applegate or any misdiagnosis related to multiple sclerosis.

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Emmy-nominated actor Christina Applegate announced on her podcast "MeSsy" that she had been misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) and does not actually have the condition, leaving her at "square one" in understanding her ongoing health issues. Applegate first revealed her MS diagnosis in 2021 but was informed by doctors recently that the diagnosis was incorrect. Despite no longer having an MS diagnosis, she continues to experience debilitating symptoms such as needing a wheelchair for mobility and severe fatigue. Experts estimate up to 1 in 5 patients diagnosed with MS may not actually have it, highlighting the complexity of diagnosing the condition accurately. Dr. Marwa Kaisey from Cedars-Sinai Medical Center confirmed that many patients who receive an initial diagnosis of MS do not ultimately have the disease.

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NBC News

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Fox News

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“Article B's excerpt is about a different topic (teen vaping) and does not match Article A's content.”

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