Christina Applegate says she was misdiagnosed with MS

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Christina Applegate says she was misdiagnosed with MS. (2026, October 21). ABC News (AU). https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-10-21/christina-applegate-says-she-was-misdiagnosed-with-ms/107291302

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Christina Applegate announced on her podcast "Messy" that she had been misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) after years of living with and discussing the condition publicly. Despite being previously diagnosed with MS, Applegate now reveals ongoing debilitating symptoms without confirming a new diagnosis.
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Emmy-nominated actress Christina Applegate announced on October 20, 2026, that she had been misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) since 2021. In an episode of her podcast "MeSsy," co-hosted by Jamie-Lynn Sigler, Applegate broke down in tears as she recounted the moment a doctor told her she did not have MS. Despite being symptom-free according to doctors, Applegate still experiences debilitating symptoms and uses wheelchairs when visiting medical facilities due to mobility issues. The misdiagnosis leaves her at "square one," unsure of what is causing her health problems. Dr. Elena Grebenciucova from Northwestern Medicine noted that up to 1 in 5 patients diagnosed with MS may not actually have the condition but rather a different disorder, highlighting the challenges in diagnosing such complex neurological conditions accurately.

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“Both articles describe Christina Applegate being told by doctors that her diagnosis of multiple sclerosis was incorrect, reported on or shortly after the same date.”
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“Both articles report on Christina Applegate being misdiagnosed with MS, with her revealing this information in a podcast.”
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“Both articles describe Christina Applegate announcing that she was misdiagnosed with MS on her podcast.”
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“Both articles discuss Christina Applegate revealing her misdiagnosis of multiple sclerosis in an episode of her podcast.”
Christina Applegate reveals she was misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis same event · 95%
CBS News
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“Both articles describe Christina Applegate revealing her misdiagnosis of multiple sclerosis at around the same time.”
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“Both articles discuss Christina Applegate revealing she was misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis, referring to the same recent announcement.”
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Christina Applegate says she was misdiagnosed with MS In short: Christina Applegate, who has shared details about her journey with multiple sclerosis for years, has revealed she was misdiagnosed.
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2026-10-21 · ABC News (AU)
Christina Applegate says she was misdiagnosed with MS · assertive framing

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Christina Applegate says she was misdiagnosed with MS In short: Christina Applegate, who has shared details about her journey with multiple sclerosis for years, has revealed she was misdiagnosed. asserted
she → say → years
The actor has spoken about the latest development in her podcast, Messy. asserted
actor → speak → podcast
Applegate says she continues to suffer debilitating symptoms. asserted
she → say → symptoms
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