For the second time.. Celine Dion postpones her upcoming tour in 2024 due to stiff person syndrome!

Dubai, United Arab Emirates - International star Celine Dion announced in a statement published on Friday on her account on the Instagram application, the cancellation of her concerts within the framework of the “Courage World Tour”, which was expected during the year 2024, as a result of complications of stiff person syndrome that she suffers from, which is a rare neurological condition that causes spasms and muscle stiffness. Dion had previously announced in December 2022, through her official Instagram account, the cancellation of many of the concerts that she was planning to perform during her European tour in February, because she had been suffering from health problems for a long time.

She said at the time: “While we are still learning about this rare condition, we now know that it is the cause of the spasms that I suffer from.” Despite undergoing daily physical therapy sessions, a source close to the famous singer told Ofoq News that she “suffers from severe pain.”

In her Instagram announcement of the cancellation of her tour, Dion was quoted as follows: “I'm so sorry to disappoint you all again. I'm doing my best to regain my strength, but touring can be a difficult thing to do even when you're 100% healthy.”

She added: “It is not fair to keep postponing shows, and although it breaks my heart, it is better that we cancel everything now until I am truly ready to return to the stage again. I want you all to know that I will not give up.”

Stiff-person syndrome Stiff-person syndrome causes muscle stiffness and spasm, and increased sensitivity to stimuli such as sound and light, according to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. Dr. Emily Sami Mokheiber from the Stiff Person Syndrome Center at Johns Hopkins Medicine previously told Ofoq News: “It is often associated with muscle spasms, which can be severe...

“It can cause falls, severe pain, and significant disability.” These spasms can be strong enough to break bones, and any fall could result in serious injury.

Who is at risk of developing stiff person syndrome? About 1 in a million people develop the syndrome, Mokheiber said, and most neurologists will only see one or two cases in their lifetime.

The first case of stiff-man syndrome was reported in the 1950s, and the disease was historically referred to as "stiff-man syndrome." Since then, it has been found to affect women twice as often as men, and the name has been changed to stiff person syndrome to avoid confusion.

This condition can develop at any age, but symptoms often begin in your 30s or 40s, according to the Cleveland Clinic. What causes stiff person syndrome?

Stiff person syndrome is thought to have features of an autoimmune disease, according to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. Because the disease is rare and its symptoms are vague, people often seek care for chronic pain before they get neurological care.

On average, it takes about seven years for someone to receive a diagnosis of Stiff Person Syndrome, says Dr. Scott Newsome, director of the Stiff Person Syndrome Center. How is stiff person syndrome treated?

There is no known cure for stiff person syndrome, but medications may relieve symptoms. Immune globulin medications can help reduce sensitivity to light or sound stimuli, which may help avoid falls or convulsions.

Pain relievers, anti-anxiety medications, and muscle relaxants can be part of the treatment for this disease. The Stiff Person Syndrome Center also uses botulinum toxin injections.

“If the disease is left untreated, it can hinder the course of daily life,” Mokheiber said. But with treatment, symptoms can be controlled.

The international singer confirmed that she is currently receiving the treatment she needs from an excellent team of doctors. I can't wait to be on stage and sing for you."

For now, Dionne needs to focus on her health, hoping she is on the road to recovery.