Reality television mogul Kim Kardashian found herself in an unexpected medical situation during her recent London visit, requiring urgent diagnostic scans at a private medical facility. The SKIMS founder shared her unusual experience with her millions of social media followers, revealing she needed both a CT scan and MRI.
A Disney-Themed Medical Experience
In a surprising twist, Kardashian documented her visit to a private London clinic that featured Disney-themed scanning equipment. She posted images showing the MRI machine decorated with colourful Disney characters, calling it "the most insane MRI machine" she'd ever seen.
"When you have to get a CT scan and MRI in London and the machine is Disney themed!" the 43-year-old celebrity wrote alongside photos of the unexpectedly cheerful medical equipment.
Emergency Health Concerns
The medical emergency arose after Kardashian noticed swelling around her tonsils, prompting immediate concern from her medical team. She revealed that doctors were particularly worried about potential issues with her carotid artery, which supplies blood to the brain, face and neck.
"They found that my tonsils are swollen and my c-reactive protein levels (which are a marker for inflammation in the body) are elevated, showing that I have some type of inflammation going on," Kardashian explained in her detailed health update.
Celebrity Healthcare in the UK
The incident highlights the growing trend of luxury private healthcare facilities catering to high-profile clients in London. These clinics often feature state-of-the-art equipment and unique amenities designed to ease patient anxiety during medical procedures.
Kardashian's experience demonstrates how even global celebrities aren't immune to health scares while travelling abroad, though their access to immediate private medical care differs significantly from that available to most NHS patients.
Medical professionals have noted that while themed equipment might reduce anxiety for some patients, the quality of diagnostic results remains uncompromised by the decorative elements.
