Yolanda, who was diagnosed with Lyme disease in 2012, revealed that in recent years she has chosen to step back from publicly discussing her own battle so she can focus on healing. Calling herself the "CEO of my health," she expressed her determination to continue searching for a cure that can be affordable and accessible to everyone. She praised Bella, now 28, for being a warrior throughout what she described as an "unknown hell," applauding her courage and relentless spirit in facing a chronic illness that has tested her at every turn.
In her tribute, Yolanda told Bella that she admires her bravery in continuing to fight for her health despite countless setbacks and treatments that have not brought lasting relief. She reflected on the darkness, pain, and struggles Bella has endured since being diagnosed in 2013, saying her daughter has not truly lived but has instead learned to exist within the limitations of her own body. Yolanda expressed pride in Bella's strength and promised to stand beside her throughout the journey, writing that miracles happen every day and that they will continue to fight together for better days.
The message followed Bella's own Instagram update a day earlier, where she posted photos from a hospital bed, apologized for her absence from the public eye, and reassured fans of her love for them. Her mother responded to the post with encouragement, while her sister Gigi added words of support. Bella was diagnosed with Lyme disease in 2012, alongside Yolanda and her younger brother Anwar. She previously spoke about the challenges of living with the illness in 2016, noting that the hardest part was being judged for how she looked rather than how she felt.
