Singer-actress Gigi De Lana confirmed that she has been diagnosed with Pericarditis, following a recent incident where she fainted after a performance.
The alarming moment happened during her appearance at the 28th Founding Anniversary celebration of the Island City of Samal in Davao del Norte on March 7, 2026, where videos circulated online showing the singer collapsing shortly after leaving the stage.
Shortly after the incident, her management company Tritone Entertainment released an official statement saying that extreme fatigue caused the singer to lose consciousness.
Concerned fans quickly flooded social media with messages of support and prayers for the performer.
A few days later, De Lana addressed the issue directly through a video posted on her Facebook account, assuring supporters that she is recovering.
“I just wanna take a moment to thank all of you who have been checking on me. Thank you so much. It means more to me than words can express. Maraming salamat po sa inyong lahat. I’m getting better. I’m okay.”
During the video, she revealed that her doctors recently confirmed that she has pericarditis, a condition involving inflammation of the tissue surrounding the heart.
“Recently, my doctors actually confirmed that I have pericarditis, which means the lining around my heart is inflamed,” she explained.
According to medical references, pericarditis occurs when the pericardium, a thin sac-like membrane that protects the heart and allows it to move smoothly as it beats, becomes inflamed.
This condition can cause symptoms such as: Chest pain, Difficulty breathing and Extreme fatigue.
De Lana shared that the condition sometimes triggers sudden chest discomfort.
“Because of that, I sometimes experience sudden chest pain or attacks that can come randomly. It can be uncomfortable and scary at times.”
However, she reassured fans that she is under proper medical supervision.
“The good news is that I’m being closely monitored by my doctors and I am following their guidance carefully.”
Despite the diagnosis, her doctors have allowed her to continue performing and carrying out daily activities—provided she listens to her body and rests when necessary.
“My doctors are allowing me to continue performing and doing my daily activities as long as I listen to my body and take the rest I need when necessary.”
The singer also emphasized that recovery requires patience.
“Healing from this condition takes patience. Some days are better than others, but recovery is a process.”
De Lana expressed deep gratitude to fans who have supported her during the health scare.
“Your support, your messages, your care, and your love help me more than you know.”
She also asked fans to continue praying for her recovery.
“Please continue to keep me in your prayers as I recover. I promise I’m taking care of myself and doing everything I can to get better.”
Despite the challenges, the singer said performing remains a source of strength for her.
“Music and performing have always been a huge part of my life. Being able to share that with all of you gives me so much strength and joy.”
