For several years, Selena Gomez has openly shared the ups and downs of her life, whether it concerns her physical and mental health or her artistic journey. During an Instagram Live on December 16, the American star once again demonstrated her transparency by answering a fan's question about the change in her voice. Far from avoiding the topic, she discussed the effects of her autoimmune disease, lupus, and reiterated how important it is for her to remain honest with her audience.<\/p>\n
During the live stream, Selena Gomez was asked about the noticeable differences in tone and power in her voice over the years. With her usual blend of candor and humility, the singer replied, "My throat sometimes swells up inside, that's all... sometimes things just happen."<\/em> Without trying to justify herself, she added that she wasn't offended by the fans' comment; on the contrary, she said, "I appreciate you being honest with me."<\/em><\/p>\n This spontaneity, rare for a star of her stature, touched many internet users. For Selena Gomez, it wasn't an admission of weakness, but a gesture of trust towards her fans \u2013 a way of accepting the visible consequences of an invisible battle.<\/p>\n Diagnosed in 2015 with lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease, Selena Gomez has often spoken about the physical side effects of her treatments: inflammation, weight gain or loss, and persistent fatigue. In a documentary and several interviews, she explained that some medications cause tissue swelling, including in the throat, which may explain the variations in her voice.<\/p>\n Beyond the pain, the singer also had to face the harshness of public criticism about her appearance. On Apple TV, she confided that fluctuations in her weight systematically triggered waves of hurtful comments on social media\u2014a situation she learned to manage with dignity and kindness. <\/p>\n A journey of resilience in the face of illness<\/h2>\n
\n