Kris Aquino, widely known as the Philippines’ “Queen of All Media,” has shared new details about her ongoing battle with multiple autoimmune diseases and the challenges she faces in her personal life. In a candid Instagram post, she revealed her worsening health condition and the unwavering support of her youngest son, Bimby. She also confirmed the end of her relationship with a doctor she had been dating, acknowledging the emotional toll it has taken on her.
Aquino’s post featured emotional images of Bimby carrying her to the bathroom, emphasizing the severity of her condition. The media icon disclosed that her weight has dropped to just 36 kilograms, and she struggles with extreme pain caused by lupus arthritis, polymyositis, and acute fibromyalgia. Despite these hardships, she remains determined to keep fighting, thanks to the love and care of her son.
“When you are unconditionally loved, when like me you are blessed with a son who will do all to lessen his mama’s physical and emotional suffering—bawal sumuko,” Aquino wrote.
At just 17 years old, Bimby has taken on major responsibilities to assist his mother. He has even undergone mixed martial arts training to better support her physically, a gesture that deeply moved Aquino. She expressed immense gratitude for his efforts, saying that his love gives her the strength to endure her daily pain.
In the same post, Aquino opened up about her breakup with Dr. Michael Padlan, a trauma surgeon she had been dating since 2024. She revealed that he ended their relationship, unable to cope with the limitations imposed by her health condition.
“Enough time has passed: he did not love me,” Aquino admitted, accepting the painful truth. She shared that while the breakup was difficult, she has found strength in focusing on her children and her health journey.
Aquino’s health problems first became public in 2018 when she was diagnosed with chronic spontaneous urticaria. Since then, her condition has worsened, with multiple autoimmune diseases affecting her daily life. Despite her struggles, she continues to be vocal about her journey, hoping to inspire others who are also facing similar battles.
Her openness has sparked an outpouring of support from fans and fellow celebrities, reinforcing the message that resilience and love can help overcome even the toughest challenges.