Singer Opens Up About CVID Diagnosis and Near-Death Experience
Kesha has bravely shared details about a life-threatening medical emergency she experienced earlier this year, revealing that she “almost died” after being diagnosed with the autoimmune disorder CVID (common variable immunodeficiency). In an exclusive interview with Self, the 36-year-old pop singer discussed the frightening health scare that occurred after a fertility procedure in 2023.
CVID, a rare condition affecting between 25,000 and 50,000 people worldwide, causes the immune system to attack healthy parts of the body, leading to various symptoms such as fatigue, digestive issues, and potential complications like lung disease. Kesha explained that after a performance in the Bahamas on New Year’s Eve, she became seriously ill, unable to walk, and was rushed to the hospital.
Doctors discovered that the singer had suffered a severe complication from her fertility treatment, which may have been exacerbated by her weakened immune system. She was admitted to a hospital in Miami, where she spent nine days recovering. Kesha expressed that the experience was “horrifying” but shared that she has since recovered, though it took a couple of months to regain her health.
Kesha reflected on her decision to freeze her eggs, saying it was a way for her to take control of her reproductive health, and she strongly supports others doing the same. Despite her initial reluctance to share her diagnosis with the public, she now feels ready to be open about it. “I didn’t want to be seen as a ‘whiny, privileged girl,’” she said, explaining why she kept her condition private.
The pop star, who found fame with albums like Animal (2010) and Rainbow (2017), released her latest record Gag Order in May. In her interview, she also shared how her diagnosis has altered her perspective on health, particularly the importance of sleep. “I learned after my diagnosis that sleep is the most important thing,” she confessed, adding that she now protects her rest “fiercely.”
Kesha’s candidness about her health struggles highlights the challenges of living with a chronic condition, and her journey offers an inspiring message about taking control of one’s health and embracing self-care.
