Nigerian star, Tems, has postponed her shows in the United Kingdom after being diagnosed with Reflux Laryngitis.
The Grammy-nominated artist revealed her diagnosis in a post on her Instagram.
In an open letter to her fans, Tems wrote: “It breaks my heart to say this, but there has been no other option for me. I’m not feeling too good at the moment. After my last performance, I was diagnosed with Reflux Laryngitis, and I have to take some time off to protect what’s left of my voice”.
Tems disclosed that due to this health condition, her doctor ordered her and her team “to postpone the two shows this week”. However, she noted that “the new dates for both shows will be announced later”.
Apologizing to fans for the inconvenience, Tems promised they would be getting the “best show ever” whenever she is back on her feet.
“All tickets are still valid. Again, I’m so sorry for this inconvenience, but I promise to be back, better than ever by the grace of God. Then I’ll give you the best show ever. Appreciate you all for understanding. You mean the world to me”.
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All you need to know about Reflux Laryngitis.
The Department of Otolaryngology, University of Pittsburgh, describes Reflux laryngitis as a voice disorder that results from irritation and swelling of the vocal folds due to the backflow of stomach fluids into the throat.
This backflow, the department said, is called laryngopharyngeal reflux (acid that reaches the level of the throat). Patients with reflux laryngitis have complaints similar to other voice disorders, making it an easily missed voice disorder, according to the department.
Tems’ disclosure comes days after Canadian-based singer Justin Bieber revealed he has partial face paralysis and would be taking a break from music. The 28-years-old singer told his fans in a video on his Instagram that he’s been diagnosed with Ramsay Hunt Syndrome, which is causing him partial facial paralysis.
Legally named Temilade Openiyi, Tems recently received nominations in three categories at the 2022 edition of the BET Awards. According to the full list released by the organizers, Tems was nominated in the ‘Best New Artist,’ ‘Best International Act,’ and ‘Best Collaboration categories.
The 2022 BET Awards will take place on Sunday, June 26, 2022, at 8 pm and will be hosted by Taraji P. Henson.
Tems, after gaining international recognition and a Grammy nomination for ‘Essence’, has been featured on the albums of global superstars like Drake and Future. She also received her second platinum plaque in May this year and joined Wizkid as the only other Nigerian artiste with two U.S. platinum plaques.
The 26-year-old Lagos State-born songstress earned her double platinum after American rapper, Future, took to Twitter to disclose that the Nigerian artist was featured on his album.
Future featured Tems and Drake on the track released on May 3, 2022. It is the second single from Future’s ninth studio album, ‘II Never Liked You’.
In the United States, platinum certification means that an album has sold one million copies or that a single has sold two million copies.
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