Kim Kardashian has shared a reassuring health update after revealing she was diagnosed with a brain aneurysm — a moment that left fans deeply concerned following the emotional season seven premiere of The Kardashians.
In the episode, viewers watched the 45-year-old SKIMS founder undergo a routine MRI scan that unexpectedly revealed what doctors described as a “small aneurysm.” The footage captured Kim’s visible shock as she received the news before calling her sister, Kourtney Kardashian, to share what she’d just learned.
“There was a little aneurysm,” Kim said during the phone call, explaining that doctors believed stress played a key role. “Just stress,” she repeated, her voice trembling. Kourtney, stunned by the revelation, responded simply: “Whoa.”
Kim later reflected that the constant emotional pressure of her divorce from Kanye West had taken a toll not only on her peace of mind but also on her physical health. “I feel more stressed probably just because I have to protect my kids,” she admitted. “Everyone around can handle [the drama], but I want to protect my babies.”
The reality star noted that this ongoing stress even triggered a psoriasis flare-up after years of remission. “I haven’t had psoriasis since I got divorced,” she said. “And it just started coming back.”
Kim and Kanye, who married in 2014, finalized their divorce in 2022 after an emotionally charged separation. The pair share four children — North (12), Saint (9), Chicago (7), and Psalm (6) — and continue to co-parent despite ongoing public tension. “My ex will be in my life no matter what. We have four kids together,” Kim said on the show.
A brain aneurysm, according to the Mayo Clinic, is a bulge or ballooning in a blood vessel in the brain caused by a weak spot in the vessel wall. Many aneurysms remain small and symptom-free, but if one ruptures, it can cause life-threatening bleeding. While stress itself does not directly cause aneurysms, chronic high stress can elevate blood pressure and damage blood vessels, which may contribute to their formation or increase the risk of rupture.
Days after the episode aired, Kim appeared on Good Morning America to address fans’ concerns and provide an update on her health. Appearing alongside her All’s Fair co-stars in New York City, Kim looked composed and radiant in a fitted white dress, reassuring viewers that she is now doing well.
“I had to end up going and getting tons of other brain scans at Cedars-Sinai [Medical Center] with all the team,” she said. “But everything works out.”
Kim explained that her Prenuvo scan — a full-body MRI service designed to detect health issues early — was a precautionary step and encouraged others to take their health seriously. “It’s just a good measure to make sure you always check everything,” she added.
Before ending the interview, Kim delivered a message that resonated deeply with her audience: “Health is wealth, and you just have to be careful with everything that you do.”
As fans await future episodes of The Kardashians for more details, Kim’s strength and transparency have once again reminded millions why she remains one of the most influential voices in the world — not just for her empire, but for her humanity.