Julianne Hough Suffering From Endometriosis

29-10-2008 00:01

Dancing with the Stars contestant Julianne Hough has been diagnosed with endometriosis and is awaiting surgery.The professional dancer was hospitalised last week suffering from a mystery stomach ache.Now the 20-year-old has released a statement on her website, confirming doctors have found signs of endometriosis, a common occurrence among women, symptomised by a growth on the uterus. The statement reads, "After consulting with her doctor, this was the course of treatment that was recommended."It's unknown when the surgery will take place, or if it will affect her appearance on the reality show, in which she dances with partner Cody Linley.