Kris Aquino Hospitalized Amid Life-Threatening Health Crisis: “My Body Feels Like It’s Burning”

Kris Aquino, the beloved “Queen of All Media” in the Philippines, has once again been confined to a hospital due to a worsening of her ongoing and life-threatening medical conditions. In a recent emotional update, the 53-year-old actress and television host revealed that her symptoms had become so intense that it felt like her body was “burning from the inside,” sparking a new wave of concern and prayers from her fans around the world.

This new health scare underscores the harsh realities of Kris’s long-standing battle with multiple autoimmune diseases, which she has courageously documented over the past several years.

A Woman of Strength in the Face of Rare Illnesses

Kris Aquino’s health journey has been nothing short of grueling. In 2022, she was diagnosed with several autoimmune disorders, including chronic spontaneous urticaria, autoimmune thyroiditis, and later, vasculitis—specifically, eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA), a rare condition also known as Churg-Strauss Syndrome. This disease causes inflammation of blood vessels and can restrict blood flow to vital organs, potentially leading to permanent damage.

In April 2025, Kris shared a shocking update: her doctors had confirmed that she now has a total of nine autoimmune conditions, some of which are already in late stages. Among them, her vasculitis had progressed to Stage 3, which means the disease has started damaging internal organs and is now considered life-threatening.

“Every day is a struggle,” Kris admitted in a heartfelt message on Instagram. “I’m doing my best to fight, but there are days I ask myself, ‘Kaya ko pa ba [Can I still do this]?’”

The Recent Health Crisis: A “Burning” Sensation and Hospital Isolation

In early May 2025, Kris was rushed to the hospital after suffering from severe systemic symptoms. She described feeling an unbearable heat throughout her body, as if she were “being set on fire.” This terrifying symptom was accompanied by extreme fatigue, constant rashes, joint inflammation, and migraine-like headaches. At one point, her blood pressure spiked to a dangerous 170/116, and a new allergic reaction to antibiotics caused her white blood cell count to drop significantly.

Doctors were forced to place her in strict isolation due to her severely weakened immune system. Even a minor viral or bacterial infection could prove fatal in her condition. According to Kris, the isolation has been “mentally and emotionally difficult,” but she remains determined to keep fighting.

“It’s very lonely,” she wrote, “but I refuse to give up. I have two sons who need me. And I can’t let down the thousands of people who are praying for me every single day.”

A Life in the Spotlight, Now Lived in Silence

Known for her candidness and openness with the public, Kris Aquino has often used her platform to raise awareness about health and resilience. However, in recent months, she has reduced her media presence to focus entirely on her recovery. She continues to undergo experimental treatments in the United States, where she has been based for over two years now.

Her two sons, Josh and Bimby, remain her greatest motivation. Bimby, her youngest, has been by her side in the U.S., attending to her needs and offering emotional support during some of her darkest days.

“It’s hard to be this vulnerable, but I want people to know the truth,” Kris shared. “This isn’t just about me—it’s about every person who is silently suffering from autoimmune diseases, who feel alone and misunderstood.”

Fans and Celebrities Rally Behind Her

As news of her hospitalization spread, celebrities, politicians, and fans flooded social media with messages of love and encouragement. Kris Aquino remains one of the Philippines’ most polarizing yet respected figures, and her transparency has earned her admiration from supporters and critics alike.

Actress Angel Locsin commented, “Praying for you, Ate Kris. You are one of the strongest women I know.” TV host Boy Abunda said during his show, “Kris is a fighter. She has always been. We’re all behind her.”

Hashtags like #PrayForKrisAquino and #LabanKris trended on Philippine Twitter, with netizens sharing memories, prayers, and stories of how Kris had inspired them over the years.

What’s Next for Kris?

As she continues her battle, Kris Aquino has asked the public for privacy, understanding, and most of all, continued prayers. Her medical team is closely monitoring her response to treatment, but due to the complexity and rarity of her condition, there are no clear timelines for recovery.

She has hinted at her desire to eventually return to the Philippines if her health stabilizes. “I miss home. I miss the noise, the chaos, the love,” she wrote. But for now, she is focused entirely on surviving.

“I’m not ready to go. I want more time—to love, to live, to make peace with everything. I don’t know how long I have, but I promise to make it count.”

A Symbol of Courage and Vulnerability

Kris Aquino’s story is one of resilience, strength, and unwavering hope. Her honesty about her health struggles has helped break stigmas surrounding autoimmune diseases and chronic illness. Though the road ahead remains uncertain, she continues to inspire millions with her unshakable will to live and her refusal to surrender.

In an industry often obsessed with perfection, Kris Aquino reminds us that true strength lies not in how we appear, but in how we endure.