Justin Timberlake has shared with his fans about a recent health diagnosis, and it’s got me crying a river.
In a recent post to Instagram, the singer shared that he was suffering from Lyme disease. Now, if this is caught early, a quick dose of antibiotics will sort it out. It’s typically transmitted to humans from ticks and is identifiable by the red rash it leaves. But, by the sounds of it, Justin Timberlake is deep in the grips of his diagnosis.
“As many of you know, I’m a pretty private person. But as I’m reflecting on the tour and festival tour – I want to tell you a little bit about what’s going on with me,” he began. “Among other things, I’ve been battling some health issues, and was diagnosed with Lyme disease.”
Clearly, the disease has been adversely affecting his performance and lifestyle. Although often, the symptoms can be minor, Justin Timberlake feels they have been making him less of a showman than normal.
“If you’ve experienced this disease or know someone who has — then you’re aware: living with this can be relentlessly debilitating, both mentally and physically,” he said to his fans. “When I first got the diagnosis, I was shocked for sure. But, at least I could understand why I would be onstage and in a massive amount of nerve pain or, just feeling crazy fatigue or sickness.”
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It sounds as though, now, Timberlake is getting his disease looked at and taken care of. But it seems like it’s been quite the learning curve. “I was faced with a personal decision. Stop touring? Or, keep going and figure it out. I decided the joy that performing brings me far outweighs the fleeting stress my body was feeling. I’m so glad I kept going.”
Justin Timberlake is a showman, and it’s going to take a little more than a bout of Lyme disease to take him down. He plans to overcome his illness and continue to bring his music to his adoring fans. He looks to continue making special moments and fighting against the disease.