I bought a burial site, wrote my will after lupus diagnosis- Kemi Afolabi

Kemi Afolabi's battle with lupus has been a harrowing experience. Here's what we know about her journey¹ ² ³:
- *Diagnosis*: Afolabi was diagnosed with lupus after multiple misdiagnoses at Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH). Doctors abroad later confirmed the diagnosis, telling her the disease has no cure and she might have only five years to live, with one year already gone.
- *Symptoms*: Afolabi described experiencing severe joint pain, worse than childbirth, and at the peak of her health crisis, she couldn't eat or drink, relied on oxygen to breathe, and even prepared for the worst.
- *Preparing for the worst*: Afolabi revealed she purchased a burial site and wrote her will, thinking her time was up. However, she credits her survival to God's grace and the support of her loved ones.
- *Treatment*: Afolabi manages her condition with daily medications and injections, and travels abroad frequently for treatment. She also avoids prolonged exposure to bright lights, which has affected her acting career.
- *Emotional toll*: Afolabi shared that false rumors about her condition, including claims she was "used spiritually," took a toll on her emotionally. Despite this, she remains grateful for the support of her family, friends, and colleagues.
- *Current status*: Afolabi continues to manage her condition, and while lupus has no cure, she has improved significantly with medications and regular medical trips abroad.