Kathy Griffin recently revealed she’s undergoing surgery to address vocal cord paralysis resulting from a past lung cancer procedure. Despite being cancer-free now, the treatment has impacted her voice pitch.
In a TikTok post, Griffin shared her upcoming surgery plans to implant her paralyzed vocal cord. She expressed her worries, admitting feeling nervous about her voice, which she already struggled with post-lung surgery.
The comedian candidly shared her concerns and stated that she won’t be able to speak for two weeks after the procedure—a fact that seems to bother her. She embraces the downtime, planning to binge-watch TikTok while recuperating.
In a heartfelt message shared on Instagram, Griffin received a wave of support from celebrities like Sharon Stone and Debbie Gibson. She detailed her journey, mentioning the challenges she faced post-lung surgery.
Griffin’s battle with lung cancer shed light on the possible causes, with doctors linking it to radon exposure, a silent danger lurking in many homes. Invisible and odorless, radon is a common cause of lung cancer, with the EPA estimating 21,000 cases annually in the U.S.
Griffin’s story highlights the importance of health awareness and the hidden dangers that could impact our lives unknowingly.