Overview

• Erin Moriarty revealed on Instagram that she was diagnosed with Graves’ disease in May after initially attributing her fatigue and other symptoms to stress.
• She said she felt significant improvement within 24 hours of starting antithyroid medication and has continued to regain her strength.
• Graves’ disease is an autoimmune disorder that causes hyperthyroidism and can produce symptoms such as weight loss, tremors and irregular heartbeat.
• Moriarty urged anyone experiencing unexplained exhaustion or related symptoms to seek medical evaluation rather than dismissing their health concerns.
• Costars Susan Heyward and Nesta Cooper, director Shana Stein and fans sent messages of support following her announcement.