Justin Timberlake, the American singer-songwriter and actor, has publicly revealed that he has been diagnosed with Lyme disease, describing the condition as "relentlessly debilitating." He shared the diagnosis in an Instagram post following the conclusion of his two-year Forget Tomorrow World Tour. Timberlake disclosed that he experienced severe symptoms such as massive nerve pain, extreme fatigue, and overall sickness during his performances, which led to some criticism of his recent concerts. Lyme disease, caused by tick bites, can result in neurological, joint, and cardiac issues. Timberlake's announcement has drawn attention to the disease, which affects nearly 500,000 people annually in the United States according to the CDC. His former *NSYNC bandmate Chris Kirkpatrick praised Timberlake for completing the tour despite his illness, calling it "superhero status." Timberlake joins a list of celebrities, including Justin Bieber and Avril Lavigne, who have been diagnosed with Lyme disease. Medical experts note that Lyme disease can have enduring and debilitating symptoms, and Timberlake's disclosure has highlighted the challenges faced by those living with the condition.
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