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Bethenny Frankel Says She Was Misdiagnosed with a Major Condition
Reality‑TV star Bethenny Frankel disclosed that doctors recently told her she had been misdiagnosed with "something pretty major," though she did not reveal the specific condition. She said she joined a medical community that provides teams of doctors who cross‑reference lab results, markers and other health data, likening the service to a concierge version of the Mayo Clinic.
Frankel urged followers to seek multiple medical opinions, keep detailed records of symptoms, and avoid relying solely on internet sources such as ChatGPT for health advice. Earlier in the year she disclosed a diagnosis of chronic kidney disease, which has progressed from stage 2 to stage 3A according to the National Kidney Foundation.
The star emphasized the importance of thoroughness in personal health care and encouraged fans to research their concerns carefully.