PAOLO Bediones admitted that he is suffering from psoriasis.
The television host surprised his social media followers when he revealed last July 5 the secret he's been keeping more than half of his life.
"It's not pretty for sure, but I have been hiding it well," he said.
Bediones also said that he used to be ashamed of his skin condition until he found out that there are also people going through similar situation.
"More than 2 million of my KABALAT in the country suffer the daily plight of flare ups that are mild to severe, that happen during bouts of stress and heat, and sometimes it's caused by the food we eat. Some have even perished from the ordeal."
He also said that every day, those who are suffering from psoriasis had to condition themselves before going out.
"Each one of us insecure, knowing someone will notice the discolored patch of skin or the white flakes. Knowing someone would like to ask about it, but feel uncomfortable doing so. Ask us about it and we will gladly share with you," he said.
But Bediones assured everyone that psoriasis is a non-communicable skin disorder and it is not contagious.
Those suffering from it experience "painful, chronic disease characterized by incessant itching and scratching" and occasional bleeding and scabbing, reddening of the skin and flaking."
Among those celebrities who are known to have the same situation are reality star Kim Kardashian, model/host CariDee English and country singer LeAnn Rimes.
The television host encouraged everyone to be more acceptable of those who have psoriasis.
"If you, a family member, or a friend shares these symptoms, look up Psor Philippines and please see a specialist and learn about the various forms of treatment that exists. If you know anyone with psoriasis, hug them. If you see me on the street, hug me," he ended. (SunStar Philippines)