Val Chmerkovskiy Reveals Diagnosis After "Dancing With the Stars" Tour Hospitalization In a candid interview, professional dancer and TV personality Val Chmerkovskiy opened up about his recent health scare that left him hospitalized during the "Dancing with the Stars" tour. The 35-year-old dance partner revealed that he was diagnosed with acute kidney injury, a condition that caused significant damage to his kidneys. According to Chmerkovskiy, he began experiencing symptoms such as blood in his urine and severe back pain while on tour. Initially, doctors were unsure what was causing the issues, leading to a series of tests and procedures. "It was like being in a sci-fi movie," Chmerkovskiy said. "I was getting poked and prodded left and right. It was like they were trying to find something that wasn't there." After several days of uncertainty, doctors finally discovered the cause of his symptoms: acute kidney injury. The condition is often caused by trauma, infection, or dehydration, and if left untreated, can lead to severe complications. Chmerkovskiy credits his quick thinking and medical team for saving his life. "I knew something was wrong, but I didn't know what," he said. "Luckily, the doctors were able to catch it early, and I got the treatment I needed." The dancer underwent emergency surgery to repair the damage and has since been recovering at home. The news comes as a surprise to fans who have followed Chmerkovskiy's journey on shows like "Dancing with the Stars" and "DWTS: Juniors." The dance partner has been open about his struggles with chronic pain and has used his platform to raise awareness for mental health issues. Despite this latest setback, Chmerkovskiy remains optimistic about his future and is grateful for the support of his loved ones. "I'm just glad I got the diagnosis early and that I've got a second chance," he said. "I'm not g...#Dancing_with_the_Stars #Val_Chmerkovskiy #DWTS_Juniors
