Twitch Star Pokimane Reveals Health Issue and Solution
Twitch star Imane “Pokimane” Anys has recently been wearing temporary “fake teeth” due to a health problem she’s been dealing with. Unlike some celebrities, she’s not wearing them for cosmetic reasons. The reason behind it is a specific health condition that has been causing her extreme discomfort.
The Diagnosis and Treatment
About a month ago, Pokimane noticed a constant ringing in her right ear whenever she tried to sleep. She sought medical help, and a specialist initially attributed it to tinnitus caused by congestion and prescribed medication to alleviate the symptoms. However, the problem persisted.
She consulted a second specialist who diagnosed her with an inner ear infection and prescribed antibiotics. Unfortunately, the problem didn’t go away and even worsened, significantly affecting Pokimane’s quality of life.
The Constant Struggle
Pokimane describes the situation, saying, “The ringing got out of control. My life became a living hell.” For an entire week, she experienced non-stop ringing in her ears, which resulted in sleep deprivation and hindered her ability to function properly. It affected her appetite and left her feeling miserable.
The Discovery and Solution
Fed up with the persistent symptoms, Pokimane decided to take matters into her own hands. She found a possible connection between the ringing in her ear and the pain she felt in the temporomandibular joint on the right side of her face, which connects the jaw to the skull. A CT scan confirmed her suspicions, revealing alignment issues with her jaw that could be causing the tinnitus.
As a solution, the specialist provided her with a set of “fake teeth” to wear temporarily. These teeth help realign her jaw and alleviate the symptoms. While she finds the experience strange and feels some discomfort, she remains hopeful that it will help her in the long run.
Future Treatment Possibilities
If the temporary solution proves effective, Pokimane might opt for braces to address the alignment issues permanently. Though she jokes about it, she knows it will be a challenge to wear braces in her mid-20s, especially as an influencer. However, her positive attitude remains intact, and she’s determined to continue creating content despite the potential obstacle.