Lucy Spraggan has shared that she hopes to raise awareness of the condition endometriosis, with the singer telling fans that it has at times left her in ‘debilitating’ pain
Singer-songwriter Lucy Spraggan has revealed that she had surgery earlier this week. She told fans that she was sharing the news in a bid to raise awareness of endometriosis, which has at times left the X Factor star in “debilitating” pain.
Lucy, 34, announced on Instagram that she had her third laparoscopy yesterday. A type of keyhole surgery, it is used to diagnose and treat conditions, according to the NHS. She posted footage of herself in a hospital bed and also spoke about her health in the accompanying caption.
She shared that she has endometriosis, which the NHS states involves cells similar to those in the lining of the uterus growing elsewhere. Symptoms can include severe period pain, whilst surgery is among the treatment options.
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In the video message, Lucy shared with her followers: “Hello everybody! I’m fine. My throat hurts a bit. But the reason I’m here is because I have endometriosis along with 1 in 10 women. The wait times in the UK from first being seen to diagnosis are ludicrous in the country.
“I’ve had the privilege of being seen privately. But there is something that needs to be done for people that don’t have that privilege. I’m sending love to anybody else who has endometriosis and hoping that you get the help that you need. But, yeah, let’s raise some more awareness.”
The post was shared in collaboration with the charity Endometriosis UK. In the caption, Lucy wrote: “Ola guys, first of all I’m doing all good!! I have a condition called Endometriosis and had my third laparoscopy today.”
Lucy said: “Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women and those assigned female at birth, from puberty to menopause. In the UK, that’s over 1.5 million people from all walks of life. Endometriosis can cause severe pain, nausea, fertility issues, digestive problems, very heavy periods and more. For me, the main way the condition manifests is pain, which has been debilitating at times.”
She continued in the post: “There’s no cure, and for many, the effects can last a lifetime. On top of that, gynaecology waiting times in the UK are unacceptably long, many people are waiting over 18 weeks to be initially seen.”
Lucy added: “I’m working with @endometriosis.uk to help raise awareness because this is something that needs more conversation, more support, and more action. In 2023 Endometriosis UK found that the current average diagnosis time is 8 years and 10 months in the UK. That is unacceptable.”
She concluded by telling fans this week: “Keep your eyes peeled – once I’m healed up I’ll be hitting the road to raise some awareness (and funds!) for the charity. I am sending so much love to anyone else struggling with this.”
The post has amassed more than 7,000 likes on the platform since it was uploaded yesterday. Lucy was met with supportive messages and well wishes in the comments section of the post following the news of her recent surgery.
One person wrote: “Wishing you a speedy recovery, sending love and hugs.” Another said: “Thank you for sharing Lucy. Stay strong.” A third wrote: “Get well soon.” Others shared their experiences with endometriosis and getting diagnosed.
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