MARTINE McCutcheon has revealed she was hospitalised last year as she struggled with chronic fatigue syndrome.
Actress Martine, 47, looked back on the difficult period as she celebrated her husband Jack’s birthday – admitting “last year was terrible”.
Martine, who was diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome, ME and fibromyalgia many years ago, told her followers: "I was so dizzy I could barely stand, I had been in hospital with my CFS and to say Jack held the fort is an understatement.
“His birthday was pretty rubbish, so I’m SO grateful and glad we got to enjoy this one… And that we got to see some friends! I’ve missed them so much!
“I don’t know about you but I have to plan things pretty last minute as I don’t know how my symptoms will be and I hate letting people down - We all live all over the uk too.”
Martine McCutcheon looks slimmer than ever as she dances on the table
She continued to explain how she manages her life, explaining: "So now, I only surround myself with people who understand that if I need to cancel something (& that can happen often) it’s not a choice I want to make and that they go ahead and book something and if they see me rocking up, it’s a bonus!
“I also ask my friends to google CFS /fibro symptoms. If they love you, it’s the least they can do! Understanding helps with support. So thank you to our friends who came with a few hours notice!
Martine explained that she wanted to be open about her struggles because “life isn’t all fun and games”.
The former EastEnders actress accompanied her post with a picture of herself in a gold sequined dress as she cosied up to Jack.
Martine and Jack have been married for over ten years and share son Rafferty.
