Christina Applegate Faces Health Challenge And Is Hospitalized For Double Kidney Infection

Christina Applegate is facing another tough health challenge, but she's doing it with the honesty and strength that her fans admire. The 53-year-old actress, known for her roles in "Married With Children" and "Dead to Me," has been hospitalized due to a severe kidney infection, which she described as extremely painful. Christina shared this news during her podcast, "MesSy," on August 5, which she co-hosts with her friend Jamie-Lynn Sigler.

In a surprising move, she recorded the episode right from her hospital bed, being open about her situation. "I'm not doing a podcast from the hospital because I felt like doing one from the hospital was an awesome idea," she joked. "We just happened to have this scheduled, and they won't let me leave yet because things are messy. But I'm gonna be OK." She explained that her health issues started when she was visiting family in Europe. Despite being in pain, she pushed through the trip but felt worse the entire time. Once she returned to the U.S., she went straight to the hospital to avoid any potential emergencies later on.

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This kidney infection is just one of the many health struggles Christina has bravely shared over the years. Since she revealed her multiple sclerosis (MS) diagnosis in 2021, she has become a voice for those dealing with chronic illnesses, often using humor and honesty to connect with others facing similar challenges. Even though she's in pain and in the hospital, Christina's podcast update was anything but sad. Her ability to talk freely about her condition while reassuring her listeners that she's recovering shows her incredible resilience.

As Christina heals, she continues to be a strong example of grace under pressure, proving that even from a hospital bed, she can still show up, speak out, and remain genuine. Her health journey may be unpredictable, but her commitment to staying connected during these challenging times shows us all the courage in being open about our struggles.