Flex Wheeler’s leg amputation in 2019 had led to many surprising theories. While some attributed the reason to extensively using sports technology, others felt it was the use of drugs. Strangely, many also felt that the Covid-19 pandemic was a factor that led to Wheeler’s leg amputation. In a 2023 Instagram video, Wheeler finally clarified his health issues to put these theories to rest. 

Elaborating on the disease he was diagnosed with, Wheeler explained the treatment he went through. The bodybuilding champion also mentioned whether his disease was hereditary. 

Flex Wheeler’s strong statement to end baseless debates

The Sultan of Symmetry elucidated that he was diagnosed with the disease FSGS. FSGS or Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis is a disease that negatively impacts the kidney. Talking about how he “got a kidney transplant back in 2003”, Wheeler explained how “they had to put a stent” in his leg for his treatment. 

Later, the bodybuilder told that this wasn’t the end of his troubles. “They actually believe now that that stent they put in me over twenty years ago wasn’t meant to last for twenty years” Wheeler expressed. This was the reason why Wheeler had to get his leg amputated. 

Later, Wheeler specified, “It’s not from the utilization of sports technology, drugs.” He then added how he wished that the cause was actually drugs or extensive use of sports technology or steroids use. His reasoning was “Because if it was I wouldn’t have to worry about my kids, my grandkids.”  This meant that if any of the theories people had about him were true, then the disease would end with him itself.

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With this, Wheeler also expressed the terrifying possibility of how his future generations could also be affected by this disease. This was not the only update The Sultan of Symmetry’ posted on his Instagram account. After his surgery, he also shared his inspirational journey to recovery, with fans.

The Sultan of Symmetry’s exciting news about his recovery 

Wheeler shared an Instagram post of his recovery on 31st December, 2019. In this post, Wheeler could be seen walking for the first time after his surgery with a prosthetic leg. The Sultan of Symmetry captioned this post,”SO IT BEGINS. THANK YOU JESUS. My First Step.”  These words indicate his tremendous faith and willpower. 

Wheeler’s statements hint how he has come to terms with his disease and has not given up fighting against it. His strong resolve and determination will always motivate fans to never quit in the face of any life challenge. 

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