Sana Makbul Diagnosed With Liver Cirrhosis: 'Some Days I Cry, Some Days I Laugh But Every Day, I Try'

Actor Sana Makbul has revealed that she’s currently undergoing treatment for liver cirrhosis—a serious complication that has stemmed from autoimmune hepatitis.

Sana Makbul also reflected on the emotional rollercoaster that has accompanied her physical struggle.

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Actor Sana Makbul, best known for her television and reality show appearances, recently sparked concern among fans after a photo of her surfaced from a hospital bed, shared by her close friend Aashna. The image prompted a wave of speculation, but now, the actor has revealed that she’s currently undergoing treatment for liver cirrhosis—a serious complication that has stemmed from autoimmune hepatitis, a condition she’s quietly been living with for quite some time.

Sana Makbul shares she is diagnosed with liver cirrhosis

In a conversation with Hindustan Times, the actor said, “I’ve been living with autoimmune hepatitis for a while now, but recently things got worse. My immune system started attacking my liver more aggressively, and I’ve now been diagnosed with liver cirrhosis. But I’m trying to stay strong and taking one day at a time.”

The 31-year-old has now begun immunotherapy and is channeling all her energy toward recovery. “The doctors and I are doing everything we can to avoid a liver transplant. I’ve started immunotherapy — it’s really intense and tiring. Some days are harder than others. But I’m holding on to hope. I just want to get better without needing something so big as a liver transplant. It’s not going to be easy, but I am not ready to give up so easily,” she says with determination.

Sana also reflected on the emotional rollercoaster that has accompanied her physical struggle. “Some days I cry, some days I laugh, but every day, I try. As they say, healing is a journey, and I’m learning as I go.”

Sana Makbul gives details of her health condition

While her health crisis may appear sudden to outsiders, Sana reveals that it’s been a long time coming. The flare-up, though, was severe enough to halt her professional engagements. “This didn’t happen overnight; I’ve been managing it for a while. Recently, it flared up badly, which has made me pause my work commitments. I’ve had to pause a few things, and it breaks my heart a little, as I have worked really hard to achieve all the success, and now when things were falling into place, my health is not in great shape. I may be walking slower right now, but I’m still moving, and that’s all that matters right now," she was quoted as saying by Hindustan Times.

Sana on emotional and financial toll

The actor also shed light on the emotional and financial toll of dealing with a chronic illness without a safety net. “It’s hard emotionally, mentally, physically, especially when you’re the one who has to keep yourself going, financially and otherwise. But I keep telling myself this is just a phase. I have to be extra careful now. Life is not the same anymore, but I want to live fully; I’ll come out of this stronger, and that I am pretty sure of, as I am a fighter.”

Through it all, Sana credits her family as her biggest source of strength. “My family has been my anchor through all of this. I think sometimes it’s harder for them to watch me in pain than it is for me to live it. They’ve seen me break down,” she says. “My mom doesn’t say much, but her silence is filled with strength. My dad puts on a brave face, even when I know he’s worried. They never let me feel alone, even on the toughest days. Healing isn’t just about medicine; it’s about feeling loved.”