Dangal actress Suhani Bhatnagar had passed away in Delhi at the age of 19.
The young girl was known for playing the role of young Babita Phogat in Aamir Khan’s Dangal.
The sudden and untimely death of Dangal actress Suhani Bhatnagar sent shockwaves across the nation. She gained immense popularity for her portrayal in the 2016 Aamir Khan starrer Dangal.
On Saturday, the actor’s production house confirmed her death and expressed grief via a note on its Instagram story.
Dangal Actress Suhani Bhatnagar Suffered From THIS Disease:
According to reports, Suhani succumbed to a rare autoimmune disease called dermatomyositis. Her parents revealed that the 19-year-old was suffering from the disease.
Her father clarified in a statement that she was diagnosed with the rare disease two months ago when she began experiencing swelling in her hand which then spread to her other body parts. Around 11 days ago, she was taken to Delhi’s All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) where tests revealed her illness.
“Two months ago, Suhani started getting swelling in her left hand. So, we got her checked by several doctors including a dermatologist and did several medical tests, but the doctors were not able to catch the disease. Then we took her to AIIMS hospital, where she was diagnosed with dermatomyositis, and subsequently they admitted and started her treatment.”
– he said.
“The only treatment for this disease is steroids. And after doctors started giving her steroids, her immunity became weak. And soon her body caught an infection at the hospital and her health started deteriorating and gradually her body started filling with water. Due to this, the lungs got damaged, and her respiratory system failed.”
– he further added.
What Is Dermatomyositis?
Dermatomyositis is a rare condition that causes muscle inflammation. It presents with symmetric proximal muscle weakness, skin rash, and extramascular manifestations, such as esophageal dysfunction and interstitial lung disease.
Dermatomyositis is strongly associated with malignancy, especially in adults. This activity outlines the evaluation and management of dermatomyositis and highlights the role of the interprofessional team in improving care for patients with this condition.