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Actress Christina Applegate Challenges MS Diagnosis

Updated 2026-10-20 21:20 UTC 1 source Neutral

Emmy Award–winning actress Christina Applegate revealed that her multiple sclerosis diagnosis in 2021 was incorrect. Experts say misdiagnoses are surprisingly common, highlighting the need for better diagnostic tools.

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Christina Applegate says she was misdiagnosed with MS—how could that happen?

The Emmy Award–winning actress revealed that a multiple sclerosis diagnosis in 2021 was incorrect. It’s a surprisingly common experience, experts say

2026-10-20 20:45 UTC