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Patrice Aminati Calls Out Insulting Instagram Comments Over Treatment-Related Changes

Her public explanation of months-long cortisone use and brain radiations aims to counter stigma and press for more empathy.

Overview

  • In mid-June Aminati posted Instagram stories that showed hateful comments she had received and publicly answered the criticism.
  • One user told her to “please…use good make-up,” a remark that Aminati singled out as especially hurtful.
  • She said she has been a palliative patient for about three years and explained that prolonged cortisone treatment and targeted brain radiations have caused facial swelling, water retention and other visible changes.
  • Aminati urged followers to stop leaving cruel remarks, saying, “If you have nothing nice to say, then just shut up,” and noted she wears a wig because of treatment effects.
  • Reporters note she will receive a Ring of Courage for her openness and that she continues to use her public platform as a mother and advocate to destigmatize serious illness.