Wendy Williams’ lymphedema has left her feet with “maybe 5%” feeling.
Speaking to TMZ on Tuesday, the 57-year-old lifted her swollen leg to show viewers how her condition has developed since leaving “The Wendy Williams Show” on June 17.
“Do you see this? [My foot] is up and down. I can only feel maybe five percent of my feet, do you understand?” she explained, clarifying that she doesn’t need the help of a wheelchair to move around and can “stand up” on her own.
According to the Mayo Clinic, lymphedema is caused by a blockage in the lymphatic system, which is part of the immune and circulatory systems.
Williams revealed her diagnosis in 2019 after pap pics exposed her swollen ankles. She also has Graves’ disease, which causes an overproduction of thyroid hormones, according to the Mayo Clinic.
When asked how she was “physically,” she answered “better than” anyone.
The TV personality said she was “100% retired” from “The Wendy Williams Show” but eager to guest host “The View.”
Williams won’t fade away because she’s leaving TV. The longtime broadcaster stated she’s producing her own podcast to make more money and free time.
LMAOOOO
— ʚɞ (@0ralfixation) June 28, 2022
For once I agree with you 😔
— Belém 🦋 (@Thato_Kganyago) June 29, 2022
Just saw! Poor thing, lymphedema is horrible.
— chellychelle (@chellychelle) June 28, 2022
