Overview
- During a Dec. 16 Instagram Live, Gomez said her vocal tone has shifted because her throat "kind of" swells internally at times.
- She downplayed the issue before explaining it, saying, "There's no excuse, I don't really care."
- In a separate clip, she clarified the discoloration above her lip is melasma from sun exposure and encouraged followers to use sunscreen.
- Reports placed her remarks in the context of her long-discussed lupus, noting medical guidance that inflammation can affect the body broadly.
- Fans posted supportive messages as outlets reported the livestream and her explanations on Dec. 17.