‘Mormon Wives’ Star Mikayla Matthews Opens Up About Her Health Battle

"Mormon Wives" star Mikayla Matthews has been open about her health struggles and recently shared a little more during an IG Q&A. The ‘Mormon Wives’ Star Mikayla Matthews Opens Up About Her Health Battle first appeared on The Blast

During a recent Instagram Q&A, Mikayla Matthews opened up a bit more about her ongoing battle with Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, shedding light on the daily challenges she’s dealing with. 

“The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” star is using her platform to raise awareness and connect with others facing similar struggles. She also shared some inside info about her relationship with costar Whitney Leavitt, why the show is currently not filming, and more. 

Mikayla Matthews Said Her Condition Has ‘Stolen Literally Everything’ From Her

During a Q&A on Instagram, Matthews opened up a little more about the chronic health condition she’s been dealing with for years.

When asked how she is able to “find the motivation to deal with life and illness,” Matthews credited “messages and the interactions” she has with others and that her “story is helping them feel more confident or they feel seen.”

“This condition has stolen literally everything from me. I had like a year and half where I couldn’t look people in the eyes. I felt like if I didn’t look them in the eyes then they couldn’t see my skin,” she wrote in her response. “It’s something I’m still working on.”

She also shared that she’s still saying “no” to “so many fun events, premiers, and opportunities” because of her skin condition.

The ‘Mormom Wives’ Star Suffers From Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome

In another Instagram Story, Matthews shared the name of the condition she’s been struggling with – CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome.

“It has ruined just everything in my body,” she said. “Nerves, skin, hair, brain, gut, liver, hormones, etc.”

In a recently shared Instagram carousel, Matthews shared that she’s “chronically over this sh-t” and “still chronically ill.”

Friends and fans dropped into the comment section to share some uplifting words for the reality star.

“You are chronically beautiful sending lots of love,” one viewer wrote. Another said, “I’m sorry you’re battling all of that! You’re so beautiful and strong! Thanks for sharing your journey, you’re not alone! Sending you hugs!”

Mikayla Matthews Also Answered Questions About The Hit Reality Show

In addition to the health questions, some fans asked for information about the show.

One person asked, “Is filming actually on pause?” after seeing all the headlines about Taylor Frankie Paul’s domestic violence allegations and hearing that the show might be taking a break from filming.

“It was a decision that all us girls came up with and agreed on,” she replied. “We didn’t feel comfortable filming with everything that was happening.”

Another fan asked, “How much did you get paid for ‘SLOMW’? to which Matthews simply said, “Not enough hehe.”

A Question About Whitney Leavitt Entered The Chat

Fans of the hit Hulu reality show know all about the tension that once lived between Matthews and fellow MomTok member, Whitney Leavitt. One fan wanted to know if there were any scenes in season 4 with the two of them and their newfound friendship that were “cut out.”

“Very grateful for how far we’ve come. I missed her,” Matthews said first. “It’s just inevitable for things to be cut, just the name of the game.”

She said there are two moments that she remembers that she wishes didn’t get cut from the show.

“It was bts of convo I had with her at the reunion and then I did a Prenuvo scan and in the scan (I was so desperate for any answers to help me) and she was there in California on the trip before we all went to ‘DWTS,'” she wrote. “We had a really vulnerable conversation when I got back from my apt, and Conner and Jace were there. Same with the reunion convos we had.”

Mikayla Matthews And Husband Jace Terry Separated

During season 3 of “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives,” viewers saw that Matthews’ marriage was dealing with some struggles. In season 4, it’s shown that the two made the tough decision to separate.

During an exclusive chat with PEOPLE, Matthews shared that season 3 was just the “beginning stages” of their marriage struggles.

“Last season, we dove into the beginning stages of it, and that was me revisiting all this trauma for the first time as well,” she said about being sexually abused during her childhood. “It’s still new to me, and it’s new to him, and we’re just navigating it the best way that we can.”

Seasons 1 through 4 of “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” can be found on Hulu. Season 5 filming is currently on hold.

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