Lori Harvey Reveals Painful Health Struggle … Finally Gets PCOS & Endometriosis Diagnosis After Years Of Being Ignored
Media Take Out has learned that model and beauty entrepreneur Lori Harvey is finally speaking out about a very personal health battle — one that fans may have quietly noticed over the years.
The 28-year-old star revealed she’s been diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and endometriosis after dealing with symptoms since her teens, including something fans have openly whispered about online — her noticeable facial hair.
Years Of Being Dismissed
According to Lori, the symptoms started when she was just 16. She experienced painful periods, weight gain, acne, and hair growth on her face that makeup artists often had to conceal before shoots.
Despite bringing up these symptoms to her doctors, Lori says she was brushed off. “I’ve been so frustrated. I’ve been going to my gynecologist because I’ve just been feeling like something’s off in my body,” she said on the SheMDpodcast. “But every time I go to her, she’s like, ‘You’re fine, you’re fine, you’re fine. Nothing’s wrong.’ And I was like, ‘But I don’t feel fine.’”
The Facial Hair Struggle
For years, fans and gossip blogs pointed out moments where Lori appeared to have a faint mustache shadow or thicker sideburns, sparking rumors. Now we know — this was likely a result of PCOS, which causes hormonal imbalances and excess hair growth in places women typically don’t expect it.
Lori’s openness puts those whispers in a new light — not as a beauty flaw, but as a symptom of a serious health condition that had been ignored for years.
Finally, A Diagnosis
After years of frustration, Lori sought help from celebrity OB-GYN Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi, who quickly recognized that something serious was going on. Lori was diagnosed with both PCOS and endometriosis, conditions that together can cause years of pain, infertility struggles, and body changes.
What It Means
PCOS is a hormonal disorder that affects one in ten women, and its symptoms include irregular cycles, fertility challenges, acne, weight gain, and excess hair growth on the face and body.
Endometriosis is when uterine tissue grows outside of the uterus, leading to severe cramps, chronic pelvic pain, and sometimes infertility.
Together, they explained the years of silent suffering Lori endured.
Using Her Platform
By speaking up now, Lori is reclaiming her story. Instead of letting the internet gossip about her looks, she’s shining a light on how these symptoms are often signs of something much deeper.
Fans are praising her for keeping it real, with many saying they also struggled with facial hair and painful periods before finally being diagnosed.
The Bigger Picture
Lori Harvey may be known for her high-profile romances and glamorous image, but this story proves she’s more than just a fashion “it girl.” She’s also an example of how even wealthy, famous women can have their pain dismissed by doctors — and how important it is to push for answers.
The Bottom Line
From battling whispers about facial hair to being told she was “fine” when she clearly wasn’t, Lori Harvey has lived through the stigma of undiagnosed PCOS and endometriosis. By finally going public, she’s not just clearing the air about her own journey — she’s also empowering millions of women to speak up and demand answers.