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Wendy Williams Is 'Content' and 'Happy' Amid Ongoing Health Battle


Wendy Williams was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia and aphasia last year and has remained out of the public eye

“The decision to share this news was difficult and made after careful consideration, not only to advocate for understanding and compassion for Wendy, but to raise awareness about aphasia and frontotemporal dementia and support the thousands of others facing similar circumstances.” Wendy WilliamsIlya S. Savenok/Getty ImagesThe insider explains that Williams occasionally utilizes the device to get around due to her battle with lymphedema, a type of tissue swelling caused by an accumulation of fluid that’s usually drained through the body’s lymphatic system, per the Mayo Clinic. “As Wendy’s fans are aware, in the past, she has been open with the public about her medical struggles with Graves’ Disease and Lymphedema as well as other significant challenges related to her health,” a press release shared with Page Six on Thursday, February […]

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