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Christina Applegate Opens Up About Her MS Relapse Struggles

Applegate detailed intense leg pain and difficulty walking during an MS relapse.

Christina Applegate recently shared the challenging moments of her multiple sclerosis (MS) journey on her podcast. The actress opened up about experiencing intense leg pain during a relapse, revealing that she struggled to walk or even shower. She described feeling extreme fatigue and pain in her legs, making it difficult to move or find relief. Applegate expressed frustration at the lack of circulation in her legs and the constant tingling sensation she felt.

At the time of the podcast recording, Applegate mentioned her inability to walk to the bathroom without feeling like she might fall. She also humorously mentioned resorting to using flushable wipes for hygiene purposes due to her inability to stand in the shower. The actress candidly shared that she hadn't been able to shower for weeks and joked about her daughter's reaction to her situation.

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