Actress Jennifer Esposito Attributes Liver Failure to Celiac Disease Misdiagnosis
Actress Jennifer Esposito revealed on a podcast that years of misdiagnoses led to liver failure before she was correctly diagnosed with celiac disease.
Portland, OR, August 12, 2026 —
Actress Jennifer Esposito has disclosed that a series of medical misdiagnoses preceded a critical period of liver failure, which ultimately stemmed from celiac disease.
The revelation came during Esposito’s appearance on a podcast, where she detailed her lengthy and difficult journey toward receiving an accurate diagnosis.
According to Esposito, the years of incorrect diagnoses contributed significantly to the decline in her liver health, culminating in liver failure. It was only after this severe health crisis that celiac disease was identified as the underlying cause.
Celiac disease is a serious autoimmune disorder that affects individuals who consume gluten. Ingestion of gluten by people with celiac disease triggers an immune response that attacks the small intestine. Over time, this attack damages the lining of the small intestine and prevents it from absorbing nutrients. The disease can manifest in a wide range of symptoms, and its complex nature has, in some cases, led to delayed or incorrect diagnoses.
The specific timeline of Esposito’s misdiagnoses and the subsequent liver failure was not provided. Details regarding the medical professionals or institutions involved in her care were also not specified in the available information.
Esposito’s account highlights the challenges some individuals face in obtaining a correct diagnosis for complex conditions. The impact of delayed diagnosis on patient health outcomes, particularly in severe conditions like liver failure, can be profound.
Story summarized from the original created by Megan Sims on www.oregonlive.com, see more information here.
