Model Robyn Lawley made headlines a few years back after she was diagnosed with autoimmune disease lupus, choosing to be candid about her diagnosis in the hopes of drawing awareness to the illness.
Today, she shared a harrowing set of images revealing injuries sustained after falling down a flight of stairs after a seizure brought on by lupus.
In the lengthy caption, Robyn explained the accident for her followers, saying she’s grateful her situation wasn’t worse.
I unfortunately had a seizure on my staircase, I fell from over 7ft and landed on my face. I suppose it’s ironic that I’m a model, however I’m grateful I didn’t break my neck. I’ve managed to come full circle with that gratefulness, and luck. I could of had it holding my daughter for example, or I could be in a wheelchair, or not breathing at all.
She also wanted to acknowledge the scars she sustained as a result of the fall, as Fashion Week is in a month.
With fashion week coming soon I wanted to acknowledge my new lighting bolt scar on my forehead (aka offical wizard now) lip and chin. As the scars fade, apart of me wants nothing to do with them and a part of me wants to embrace them. They make us who we are. Plus wearing daily makeup to cover my face is something I do not do.
She also thanked other people suffering from debilitating illnesses who have helped her with her lupus journey, including fellow lupus sufferer Selena Gomez.
Life isn’t all rainbows. I’ve found strength the past few months following people who are brave to share their physical and emotional ongoing battles. Thank you @elly.mayday (battling ovarian cancer) thank you @chelseabonner(battling fibromyalgia) thank you @_indianrosee & @selenagomez (fellow lupus warriors) thank you. To anyone that’s going through something I’m sorry for the pain you have to endure.
She also encouraged fans to reach out if they have questions about the condition.
You are always welcome to DM questions about SLE (lupus) or APS. Thank you to the hospital staff and doctors who were fast to treat me. Thank you to my love of my life saving me. Sending out love and positive vibes.
Lupus has no cure, and symptoms can include skin rashes, hair loss, joint and muscle pain and fatigue as well as seizures. If you want more information on lupus, visit HealthDirect or Lupus NSW.
