(CNN) – Amy Schumer shared an update on her health to raise awareness and redirect the conversation after receiving several comments on social media.
After Schumer appeared on “The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon” on Tuesday and “Good Morning America” on Wednesday, where she discussed the second season of her Hulu hit “Life & Beth,” some on social media commented that his appearance had taken place changed.
“Thank you for all the comments about my face! Like all women, I have enjoyed comments and discussions about my appearance for almost 20 years. And you're right, it's more swollen than normal right now,” she wrote on Instagram post. “I'm having some medical and hormonal issues right now, but I'm fine.”
She added that she struggles with endometriosis, a painful condition that occurs when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus, according to the World Health Organization.
Schumer continued: “I also believe that a woman needs no apology for the way she looks and is not owed any explanation. But I wanted to take the opportunity to advocate for self-love and acceptance of the skin you're in.”
“Like any other woman/person, some days I feel confident and amazing and other days I want to put a bag over my head. But I feel strong and beautiful and very proud of this TV show that I created. Written, starring and directed by: “ Schumer concluded in his message. “Maybe, just maybe, we can focus on this for a bit.”
The second season of “Life & Beth” can now be seen streaming.