In response to the growing speculation about her return to television, Kris Aquino clarified she was not yet ready physically to work owing to her health challenges.
On Saturday, February 22, 2024, Kris, from her bed, shared an Instagram post that captured a visit from Kim Chiu, Miles Ocampo, Darla, and doctors Rainier Tanalgo and Hazel David.
She began her caption with a few lines from the song "Tell Your Heart To Beat Again" by Phillips, Craig, and Dean.
Kris did not forget to thank her visitors, "Thank you @chinitaprincess, @milesocampo, @darla, Dr. @rainiertanalgo (he’s my pain management doctor), and Dr. @hazeldavidmd."
Kris also gave her followers an update about her health (published as is):
"I haven’t posted anything because I didn’t want all those praying for me to feel sad & lose the faith.
"May I clarify? I’m not yet 'fit to work' because i’m very underweight 37 kilos/82 pounds."
Kris enumerated her health issues, detailing the conditions set by her medical team before she can return to work.
The most recent is Fibromyalgia, a chronic disorder characterized by widespread pain, tenderness, fatigue, and sleep disturbances, as noted by the National Institute of Health.
Kris also indicated the possibility of additional conditions.
She revealed (published as is):
"My deal with my team of doctors (Dr. Jombi, Dr Jonnel, @drkatcee who is now mourning the loss of her father, and Dr. Rainier) is that my WBC [white blood cells] doesn’t fall below 5.5 for 4 straight weeks, my hemoglobin improves to at least a 9.5 (my anemia is both hereditary & nutritional); and my weight holds steady at 90 pounds/40.8 kilos.
"Previously i enumerated 1.Autoimmune Thyroiditis; 2.Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria; 3. EGPA: a rare, life threatening form of Vasculitis; 4.Systemic Sclerosis; 5.Lupus/SLE; and 6.Rheumatoid Arthritis as my diagnosed autoimmune diseases.
"Added to that list is 7.Fibromyalgia.
"I have been exhibiting confirmatory symptoms for 8.Polymyositis as well as 9.Mixed Connective Tissue Disease."
Despite enduring physical pain and multiple medication allergies, Kris stays resilient, often using humor as a coping mechanism.
She continued, "Bimb said: Mama, you belong in XMen because you’re a mutant. Those closest to me now joke-'may nadagdag na naman ba sa autoimmune collection mo?'
"My ready reply is: 'CryBaby' for now ang hino-hoard ko'… kung kilala nyo ko, songs i choose reveal feelings i prefer not to elaborate on."
On a serious note, Kris said, "Having complicated autoimmune diseases and being allergic to all NSAIDS [Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs], steroids, pain relievers, as well as antibiotics and Immunoglobulin Therapy many times the physical pain is overwhelming."
Kris concluded her post by addressing those who are curious about her love life, stating that she has been single "for some time now."
"I’ve always been honest with all of you, for some time now i have been single, no boyfriend so clearly no fiancé.
"I never gave details while we were a couple so it makes no sense to elaborate now. Thank you for your love and concern. #hindisusuko #tuloyangLABAN."
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