Nikki Tamboli in 'shock' after testing positive for dengue following Dubai trip, says, "My face is so swollen..."

Nikki Tamboli in 'shock' after testing positive for dengue following Dubai trip, says, "My face is so swollen..."

Actress Nikki Tamboli, known for her stint on Bigg Boss 14, has left fans worried after she revealed that she has been diagnosed with dengue. The actress recently returned from Dubai, where she was holidaying with her boyfriend, Arbaz Patel, to celebrate her birthday. However, just days after her trip, she fell seriously ill and is now under strict medical care.

Nikki took to her Instagram handle to confirm the news and later opened up in an interview with Etimes TV, where she expressed her disbelief over the diagnosis. “I honestly don’t even know how this happened. When I was in Dubai, I never realised any mosquito bit me. As far as I know, a mosquito never bit me, so it’s very shocking to know how dengue happened to me. I’m already in shock—despite taking care of myself, I still don’t understand how this happened,” she shared.

The actress went on to reveal that her health has been deteriorating over the last few days. What began as mild weakness soon escalated into severe symptoms, leaving her bedridden. “I’ve been unwell for the last six days. My face is so swollen, I can't even tell you. I'm sleeping almost 24/7, eating medicines, and trying to stay hydrated. Right now, I'm taking a break for 10 days to completely recover because this has taken a toll on me,” Nikki said.

Fans of the actress know how deeply attached she is to festivities, especially Ganesh Chaturthi. Sadly, this year, Nikki will not be able to celebrate. With her fever rising and energy levels dropping, she admitted that missing out on her favourite festival has left her emotional. According to Nikki, the high fever and weakness have made it impossible for her to enjoy even the smallest moments of celebration.

Adding to her low spirits is the absence of her boyfriend, Arbaz Patel, who has left for his upcoming reality show Rise And Fall. Nikki confessed that she will miss him during this difficult phase but still sent him best wishes before his big television stint. Despite her illness, she managed to extend her support and encouragement to him.

The actress, who has always been vocal about her struggles and experiences, is once again showing courage by sharing her health update with fans. Many of her followers have been sending her love and prayers on social media, hoping for her speedy recovery.

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For now, Nikki Tamboli is focusing on getting back on her feet. With proper care, rest, and treatment, her fans are hopeful that she will bounce back stronger. Until then, she remains on bed rest, fighting through the illness while being showered with support and positivity from her loved ones.