The famous 90s singer, Lynda Thomas, underwent surgery a year after revealing that she suffers from systemic sclerosis, an autoimmune disease that primarily affects the skin due to the increase and accumulation of collagen fibers and other proteins. Initially, inflammation is experienced, but over time the skin becomes stiff and hard, potentially limiting joint movement.
Mayo Clinic indicates that there is currently no cure for the overproduction of collagen caused by this disease. The available treatments focus on controlling symptoms and preventing complications through medications and physical therapy. Not following appropriate treatment can lead to respiratory issues, kidney complications, irregular heartbeats, heart failure, and digestive complications.
Despite the diagnosis, Lynda remains calm and optimistic. On her social media, the singer communicated that she is at peace and does not plan to change her life, trusting that with discipline and the right treatment she will be fine.
Before the surgery, Lynda shared on her social media that she had been suffering from severe lower back pain for two years. The doctors determined that the best way to treat it was with surgery to replace a deteriorated disc in the lumbar region. The singer linked these health complications to the systemic sclerosis she suffers from.
After the surgery, Lynda reported on her social media that the results are favorable and that the doctors who performed the surgery are extraordinary. Although she will remain under observation in the hospital for a few days, she appeared happy and optimistic, mentioning that this intervention will reduce her pain and allow her to resume her music projects.
Lynda expressed her desire to return to the stage soon and continue working on her music. Despite the systemic sclerosis, the singer plans to move forward, recording new songs from home and sharing her music with her followers. She has expressed that, despite the progressive disease she suffers from, she will keep going and will not let herself be defeated.
