‘Price Tag’ performer Jessie J has learned her foot injury has come with the price of a lifelong battle with arthritis. Though recently celebrating the removal of the plaster encasement that has held her through painful performances, the British beauty believes her battle with pain will only be uphill in a few years time.
The young songstress, who suffered with cardiac problems and had a minor stroke both before age 20, has had a lifetime of health concerns. Speaking on her most recent diagnosis with Daily Mirror, Jessie said:
Via Daily Mirror:
“I can’t explain how excited I am to have my leg out of the cast. Yes, finally, I can wear two shoes instead of one. But I will always suffer from arthritis in my ankle. It really hurts. It will be something I have to live with for ever. So I will never make that full recovery. I won’t be able to wear heels again. But I’ll have some bad-boy Sketchers (sneakers) blinged up for me. At least I’m alive, and I can sing.”
“When I first came out of hospital I was so frustrated I broke down. That’s what set me off crying, feeling so helpless. I was heartbroken when I had to cancel my US tour dates with Katy Perry. It has been a slow recovery. I can’t keep fit, I just have to watch what I eat. “
“I’ve lost so much weight. My left leg has lost all its muscle. I don’t like it. Things got so bad my mum had to move in with me. I fell out of the bath, I couldn’t stand, cook, get up by myself. At first they gave me loads of painkillers at the hospital, but I didn’t take them after that. I didn’t want to become addicted. What sort of role model would I be if I became addicted?”
:(( that’s sucks. I couldn’t imagine not being able to do something as simple as standing in the tub to take a shower..
Bless her. I was so sad to hear that she had to cancel her tour. I wish her all the best. She’s been through a lot more harder stuff so she’ll survive.
I’m so happy for her
I wish her good health and success, this girl deserves it all, she has talent, and a good voice people better recognize this girls talent like Adele’s
I’m hoping she grabs a Grammy Nomination this year for New Artist.
Keep your head up and your heart will stay strong, life is full of obstacles but you can only take one at a time,don’t rush things pretty girl .just let thing happen and over time with a little R&R and some physical therapy and TONS OF LOVE AND SUPPORT FROM fAMILY AND US DEVOTED FANS you’ll make it threw your sad time..keep glyphs head up !!!!! We love ya girl !!
WOW I DIDNT KNOW THAT MUCH ABOUT HER! ALL OF THAT BEFORE 20 OH MY GOODNESS. I HOPE SHE HAS FAITH IN GOD, AND SHE BE IN PEACE WITH HER LIFE CIRCUMSTANCES. EVERYONE GOES THROUGH SOMETHING.
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That’s sad :-(. I am really glad that she isn’t letting it kill her and spirit and drive. I wish her all the best.
That is so sad 🙁 I cant believe it was that bad! I thought it was just a broken foot and would get better in no time! That must suck!
So sad…..:( 🙁 🙁 🙁 🙁 🙁 🙁 🙁 🙁 🙁
That’s horrible, I hope her health improves and she is able to live a full active life again
I absolutely LOVE this artist. Shes so fresh, and unqiue, and her style is all her own. I think her experience with arthritis is an inspiring one. Every now and then I complain about things that are kind of miniscule in comparison to what she has to do deal and it definitely gives me a reality check. I should definitely be more thankful and appreciative.
I wouldnt wish Arthritis on anyone in any shape or form but let’s get some perspective people. This is only going to effect her ankle and can be quite easily controlled with drugs when it does flair up. So she wont be able to wear heels? I’m sure she will get over it.
I’m 27 and I have Arthristis in my back, hands, feet, shoulder and hip.
PERSPECTIVE.
I have had juvenile rheumatoid arthritis since I was five (now 23). My arthritis is systemic, meaning not only does it affect every single joint but also my organs, my eyes, and my other bodily systems. I feel bad that Jessie has to deal with minor arthritis in her one ankle, but I hope that maybe she will become a spokesperson for awareness.