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 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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