Wendy Williams Health, disease, and a shoulder injury. 

Wendy Williams Health, disease and a shoulder injury.

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Wendy Williams is an American television host and media personality.

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She has been open about her health struggles, including Graves' disease and lymphedema.

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In 2019, she took an extended hiatus from her talk show due to complications from Graves' disease and a shoulder injury.

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She also experienced a fainting episode during a live broadcast in 2017, which she later attributed to overheating in her costume.

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In 2020, she announced that she was living in a sober house and had struggled with addiction in the past.

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She has undergone multiple surgeries, including a thyroidectomy in 2018 to manage her Graves' disease.

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Despite her health challenges, she has continued to host her talk show and remains a popular figure in the entertainment industry.

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In recent years, she has been vocal about the importance of taking care of one's health and seeking medical attention when needed.

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