Brandi Glanville, the former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star, has finally received a diagnosis for her facial disfigurement after a two-year struggle. Despite her initial belief that a parasite was causing her face to warp and her life to unravel, the 53-year-old now has an official explanation for her condition.
Glanville's journey began in 2023 when she traveled to Morocco for filming. She became convinced that parasites were distorting her face, leading to a series of drastic actions. She spent over $130,000 on 20 specialists, but her symptoms persisted. Her desperation led her to apply hair-removal cream directly to her face, causing severe swelling and redness. She even dissolved facial fillers in an attempt to rid herself of the perceived parasites.
However, experts revealed that Glanville's condition was not caused by parasites but by leftover bacteria from facial injections. Dr. Terry Dubrow, a plastic surgeon, cast doubt on the parasite theory, suggesting an infectious process or a foreign body reaction to injected substances. Glanville then turned to Dr. Michael R. Scoma, an infectious disease and immunology expert, who reached out after seeing her desperate posts online.
In mid-August, Glanville posted a photo from Dr. Scoma's office, showing significant improvement in her face. She expressed her gratitude for his help and hinted at a future diagnosis reveal. Glanville's fans and netizens shared their thoughts on her ordeal, with some expressing shock and curiosity about her condition. Glanville's story highlights the importance of seeking professional medical advice and the potential dangers of self-diagnosis and treatment.
