'Grown-ish' Francia Raisa Says 'Things Took A Serious Turn' In New PCOS Diagnosis Update

Francia Raisa is opening up about her reproductive health after receiving a new diagnosis amid her PCOS battle.

The actress shared a carousel of moments from the reproductive freedom event she participated in with Vice President Kamala Harris. Alongside this post was a lengthy statement about her recent health struggles.

Francia Raisa first got candid about her reproductive health in August 2023, revealing she had been diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

In her latest Instagram update, Raisa shared multiple pictures of herself smiling and even a video of her cute little dance while meeting the vice president at the reproductive freedom event.

However, behind her radiant expression was the emotional turmoil she had endured after finding out about the poor state of her reproductive health.

"I've been very open about my health, especially my PCOS. But in the past two weeks, things took a serious turn," Raisa confessed in the post's caption, adding:

"After years of confusing symptoms and seeing several doctors, and taking different tests to get NO real answers, I found a new gynecologist who told me that I also have SIBO and endometriosis, which puts me at a very high risk of having complicated pregnancies in the future."

The actress admitted she was shocked by her latest diagnosis, stressing that she took great care of her health and body. Unfortunately, doing her best could not cover up for the lack of improvement in women's healthcare systems.

"With all the advances in medicine, there still isn't enough research being done into women's specific health care to really understand how women like me are able to ensure our opportunity to have a healthy life and family," Raisa lamented.

"Instead, our rights as women, including access to critical (and sometimes necessary) health care, are being attacked- and it pisses me off!" the 35-year-old declared, noting that she didn't "hesitate" when VP Harris asked her to "participate in a fireside chat in Arizona to discuss women's rights and reproductive freedoms."

In her lengthy statement, Raisa doubled down on the "neglect" women faced in health care. She stressed that she could never support laws that limit the rights and freedom of the female gender, such as "that awful Dobbs decision," also known as the overturned Roe v. Wade.

Raisa also touched on sensitive issues, including LGBTQ+ rights, access to education, and immigration, echoing her plans to address these problems. She also implored fans to join the cause, writing:

"Let's keep up the fight, people - if not for you, for your mothers, sisters, cousins, aunts, best friends, and all the women in your life who deserve to live with dignity and respect!"

Raisa's post generated hundreds of supportive messages from fans and celebrities impressed by her bravery. "Thank you for representing and inspiring us every day @franciaraisa," singer Kat Deluna penned, with YouTuber Deepica Mutyala adding, "So proud of you."

"Thank you!! As women, whenever we have pain or discomfort, we are often told that it's 'normal!' It is frustrating that pain and discomfort have been normalized in women's health," an Instagram user shared, while another wrote:

"As someone who was diagnosed with PCOS at 21 and told you wouldn't have kids... I'm 34 and have a 3-year-old that surprised me in all the ways. It can take time and be a struggle, but it can happen. Thank you, Francia, for being so outspoken."

Raisa first opened up about her PCOS diagnosis in August 2023, with The Blast sharing that she broke the news on her Instagram Story. She dropped a video from her pal Candice Craig highlighting the launch of her book, "Living With PCOS: Road To Reversal."

The 35-year-old captioned the post, "My friend wrote a book about PCOS." She shared another image of Craig's book with her announcement, writing, "I also have PCOS and still learning how to live with it. Thanks for this @candice."

A week before Raisa's PCOS news, Craig addressed her health struggles in a candid post about her book. Part of her message read:

"I remember the days when PCOS had me feeling defeated, questioning if there was any hope for change. But in my darkest moments, I found a spark that led me onto this path of healing."