Nigerian actress Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, popularly called Omosexy, has expressed gratitude to God after surviving a life-threatening health crisis that almost claimed her life.
In a heartfelt Thanksgiving post on Instagram, the veteran actress recounted her ordeal, sharing how she underwent emergency surgery following severe back and chest pain, continuous vomiting, and excruciating stomach discomfort.
Omotola disclosed that the incident occurred while she was occupied with film projects and attending the Academy Voting Members’ screening of Gladiator II.
Despite her excitement about the event, her worsening symptoms made it nearly impossible to stay upright during the screening.
The actress, who described her recovery as a “fight for her life,” used the experience to emphasize the value of gratitude and the fragility of life.
Sharing a video, she wrote: “Happy Thanksgiving! Please join me as I thank God for life and good health. (So my first caption didn’t post and this is another not as passionate as the first one) arghhh.
“Have you been told by a doctor ‘There’s nothing more we can do at this time’? And you still feel like you’re dying? A read …
“As you know by now, I had been getting my films ready, and after the day’s edit, I proceeded for the Academy Voting Member’s viewing of the Gladiator 11 … but all through the viewing, I could not sit up… You see, I had been rushed to the ER twice that week already for back – chest pains that would come intensely and leave the next day! The doctors were checking for my now Hbp and intense acid reflux! On the second admission, the doctor gave all the drips, blood work, and sent me home to manage? Luckily it left …
“However … after the movie, I knew there would be no talks with Denzel or Ridley Scott today. I needed to go! I threw up all night till there was nothing to throw up anymore. By morning, the most debilitating stomach pain started, and so I was rushed again to emergency… the third time! This time, I was wheeled in straight for a CT scan, ultrasound, and the MRI. Then the doctor came in and said you have to go in immediately for surgery! … to remove your gall bladder!!! It was so dilated, the doctors wondered how I was not in more pain. More pain???!”
Omotola described how the unexpected surgery marked the beginning of her recovery, adding that she is now filled with gratitude for the gift of life and good health.
“So the fight for my life began and today, I am returning to give all the glory to God. So on this day, whether you’re in the US or not, there’s so much to thank God for. Take some time to join in and give thanks. Not only the gift of life, but the gift of good health. The gift of a complete body or a sane mind to even dream of a better day.”
Through her post, Omotola inspired her followers to appreciate their health and reflect on life’s blessings, regardless of their circumstances.
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