Kapuso star Joel Palencia recently opened up about his ongoing battle with anxiety, which has physically manifested in the form of hives.
The revelation came through an emotional post on his Instagram account, where he shared his experience and thanked fans and colleagues for their concern and support.
According to Palencia, his anxiety has taken a toll on his health, causing a skin condition linked to stress. Medical experts, including sources from Medical News Today, explain that anxiety can trigger physical reactions, such as rashes or hives, due to the release of chemicals in the body. These reactions can occur anywhere on the body, and in Joel’s case, this has been an unwelcome consequence of his mental health struggles.
Despite these challenges, Joel remains optimistic and appreciative. “Thank you to everyone who has reached out and shown concern for my anxiety. Your support and kindness truly make a difference,” he wrote. He also reminded his followers that not everything in life is as perfect as it may appear, and it’s essential to embrace both the highs and lows of life.
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Several celebrities, including Rodjun Cruz, Sugar Mercado, and Boobay, left comments of encouragement on his post, wishing him well and offering their support.
Joel Palencia first rose to fame after joining the ‘That’s My Bae: Twerk It Dance Contest’ on ‘Eat Bulaga. ‘He has since appeared in the television series ‘Trops’ and ‘Bilangin ang Bituin sa Langit’ where he shared the screen with the likes of Kyline Alcantara, Mylene Dizon, and Nora Aunor.
