In 2004 on some episodes of American Idol, Paula Abdul appeared to behave a bit erratic and subsequently rumors flourished that she had a possible drug or alcohol problem. What did she tell People Magazine was the cause for what people where noticing?

zbeckabee

During 2004, public concern for Abdul began growing as a result of some apparently erratic behavior during episodes of American Idol. When rumors of drug or alcohol abuse began to circulate, Abdul went to People magazine to explain that she had been diagnosed with reflex sympathetic dystrophy and was undergoing successful treatment. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paula_Abdul#Rumors_of_substance_abuse Jan 31 07, 12:04 PM

zbeckabee

Incidentally -- Here's a link for Complex regional pain syndrome http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Complex_regional_pain_syndrome Jan 31 07, 12:05 PM

skysmom65

I read about reflex sympathetic dystrophy myself before posting the question. I'm wondering if she legitimately has this ailment...you'd think she'd offer proof to dispell the rumors. But then again, she has a right to her privacy and really is not required to prove anything to the public. Jan 31 07, 12:19 PM