Actor Steven W. Bailey, recognized for his role in "Grey's Anatomy," has publicly disclosed his diagnosis of Congenital Myasthenia Syndrome (CMS). The announcement was made through a series of posts on the social media platform X over the weekend.
Condition Details
Bailey stated he has been managing CMS for over five years. He described the condition as a genetic disorder that interrupts the communication between the brain and muscle at the nerve/muscle junction. This disruption impacts the muscles' ability to receive full instructions from the brain.
Career and Adaptations
Bailey indicated that he had previously maintained privacy regarding his diagnosis due to career considerations. He clarified that, while the condition sometimes requires the use of a wheelchair, his use is ambulatory. He specified that he maintains the ability to perform limited actions on his feet, including basic movement and dialogue scenes.
He further explained that he can still stand for specific performance requirements. Bailey anticipates that future roles may increasingly incorporate wheelchair use. He concluded by asserting that his personal and professional identity remains consistent despite these adaptations.