Hip-Hop Legend, Missy Elliott, has revealed she has been privately battling Graves' Disease, an autoimmune illness that affects the thyroids. The condition became so unbearable that she couldn't write or even drive a car. Missy told "People Magazine" that she suffered mood swings, dizzy spells, lumps in her throat and even hair loss. Since the diagnosis, she's been undergoing radiation and taking medicine. Because of lack of knowledge about the illness, fans and supporters were highly concerned about her health. So Missy decided to release this statement to clear up rumors.
"There have been some inaccuracies reported in regards to my diagnosis with Graves’ Disease, so I wanted to clear things up. I was diagnosed with Graves’ Disease about three years ago, but it really hasn’t slowed me down at all. I rocked my performance on ‘VH1 Hip Hop Honors” tribute to Timbaland last year. I’ve written and produced a bunch of Grammy-nominated, #1 hits for artists like Keyshia Cole, Monica, and Jazmine Sullivan. I toured the U.K., Europe, Asia, Africa, and Australia. And on top of all that, I’m working on my new album. I feel great. Under my doctor’s supervision, I’ve been off medication for about a year and I’m completely managing the condition through diet and exercise.”
Missy is currently working a new album and will be featured on the revamped "VH1's Behind The Music" on June 29th.
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