Washington [US], June 15 : The Boys actress Erin Moriarty has opened up about her recent diagnosis with Graves’ disease, an autoimmune disorder affecting the thyroid gland. In a candid Instagram post, the star emphasized the importance of listening to one’s body and not dismissing ongoing symptoms.
“One thing I can say: if I hadn’t chalked it all up to stress and fatigue, I would’ve caught this sooner,” Moriarty shared in her emotional message.
Graves’ disease often causes hyperthyroidism, or overproduction of thyroid hormones, which can lead to symptoms such as heat sensitivity, weight loss, tremors, and an irregular heartbeat. If left untreated, it can result in serious complications, including heart issues and osteoporosis, according to the Cleveland Clinic.
Moriarty revealed she had been experiencing symptoms for some time but initially attributed them to stress. After finally seeking medical attention and beginning treatment, she said she felt a dramatic improvement.
“Within 24 hours of beginning treatment, I felt the light coming back on. It’s been increasing in strength ever since,” she wrote.
She urged her followers not to ignore their own symptoms, encouraging self-care and timely checkups.
“If yours is dimming, even slightly, go get checked. Don’t ‘suck it up’ and transcend suffering; you deserve to be comfy. Sh-’s hard enough as is,” Moriarty added.
The post garnered messages of support from across the industry, including from her The Boys co-star Susan Heyward and director Shana Stein, who wrote, “So happy you’re on the road to healing.”
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Erin Moriarty continues to portray Starlight/Annie January in the hit Prime Video series The Boys, currently in its fourth season. While the fifth and final season has yet to receive an official release date, the cast has hinted at an epic conclusion.