Lisa McHugh has said she will be taking "time out" following an "incredibly scary and very difficult couple of weeks" where she went through a number of tests and scans in hospital.
The country music singer revealed she was diagnosed with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), a condition that affects the way the brain and nervous system work.
The diagnosis comes not long after the mother-of-two was diagnosed with Trigeminal Neuralgia earlier in the year.
Taking to social media, Lisa explained that FND led to symptoms such as limb weakness, paralysis, seizures, walking difficulties, spasms, sensory issues, cognitive problems, and much more.
She said: "The specific cause for FND is unknown but one of the main triggers is stress, trauma and anxiety.
"I guess the stress and trauma of this last year and everything we’ve went through has finally caught up with me and my body and it’s now decided to make me physically stop, process and heal from everything properly."
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It's been a stressful time for Lisa, who welcomed her second daughter Hallie in July 2024.
After 37 weeks of pregnancy, Hallie entered the world "unexpectedly," enduring a nine-day stint in the neonatal ward with her parents by her side.
Scottish singer Lisa later confirmed her daughter had contracted RSV and bronchiolitis.
This year, the family were in hospital again as Hallie battled flu B, tonsillitis, adenovirus, and a rash all over her body.
Taking to social media following the difficult time, Lisa said: "Poor wee souls had it tough but she’s definitely going to have the best immune system in the land after all this."
Reacting following the news of her own diagnosis, the mum revealed she was taking time to heal properly, admitting "it’s quite a lot to wrap your head around."
She said: "I need to drastically adapt things in my life right now and for the future to reduce the severity of the symptoms in any future flare ups.
"Rest assured, I will be cared for like a queen every single day until I fully recover from this episode."
The singer paid homage to the doctors and nurses she had dealt with at South West Acute Hospital for the "care and first class treatment."
She said: "With all of that said, I’m going to sign off and take time out from everything for a while to concentrate on recovering fully. In the meantime I’d really appreciate all of your prayers & I’ll soak up this time with my beautiful family and be grateful for every day."
Friends and followers took to the comments to extend well wishes to Lisa, with broadcaster Suzanne Kane writing: "Sending all the love Lisa xx."
Another added: "Sending so much love Lisa praying for a speedy recovery xxx."
*This article was originally published on Extra.ie.
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