Overview
- The reality-TV contestant spoke up during a 24/7 live feed after Laura Zapata mocked the look of his skin.
- He said his psoriasis appeared after his mother was diagnosed with cancer about three months ago.
- He tried to show lesions on his leg to viewers, but producers cut the camera and switched the feed.
- Psoriasis is a lifelong autoimmune condition with no cure that causes red, scaly patches that can itch or hurt.
- The disclosure drew wide sympathy online and renewed calls for less bullying and more care around health issues on such shows.