Little Mix singer reveals she can't burp
The singer said the rare condition has caused lifelong bloating and body comments, while a petition seeks better NHS recognition and treatment access.
- Former Little Mix singer Jade Thirlwall revealed she has Retrograde Cricopharyngeal Dysfunction , a rare condition preventing her from burping, after commenting on a TikTok video by campaigner Gemma Renwick.
- R-CPD prevents the upper esophageal sphincter from relaxing, causing severe bloating, gurgling, and abdominal pressure. Thirlwall, 33, shared the condition has "caused issues my whole life" and sparked unwanted public body commentary.
- While Botox injections into the throat, known as "throtox," are the main treatment for R-CPD, Thirlwall remains hesitant, citing concerns the procedure could negatively impact her vocal chords.
- Campaigner Gemma Renwick launched a petition to improve NHS recognition and treatment access for R-CPD, garnering more than 4,800 signatures, which Thirlwall reposted to amplify awareness.
- NHS England officials previously stated clinical evidence for R-CPD is "extremely limited" due to low awareness, though staff follow guidance from the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellent on patient care.
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