What happened to Pokimane? YouTuber and streamer shares how she landed in ER due to infections

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Twitch star and YouTuber Imane "Pokimane" Anys gave her fans a crucial health update telling them she ended up in the hospital because of two infections at once. Her followers were caught off guard by this news, as many had noticed she stopped streaming out of the blue. Anys has made a name for herself with her lively gameplay streams and commentary.

She took to social media on April 27, 2025, to share what was going on. Her message struck an upbeat tone, but she didn't downplay how serious things were.

“Sorry for lack of streams, I wound up in the ER and apparently have two different infections at once lol. They took super good care of me though and I will be fine soon," she wrote.

She let everyone know she was getting top-notch care and felt hopeful about getting better. Her announcement flashed a quick and genuine reaction from her fans. They took to platforms like Twitter and Instagram to express their support. Hashtags like "#GetWellPokimane" and "#StayStrongPoki" were used to support the YouTuber.

This support clearly showed how close she is to her followers. This health issue adds to a tough year for the YouTuber, who's been upfront about her various medical problems. In late 2024, she suffered from a lump in her chest. After a lot of tests, including MRIs and biopsies, doctors revealed the lump wasn't cancerous. This news brought huge relief to her and her family.

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Pokimane prioritizes health while staying connected to her fans

Pokimane has talked about her journey with PCOS which is a hormonal disorder. It affects various aspects of health. The YouTuber mentioned her experiences navigating the healthcare system and also emphasized the importance of self-advocacy, particularly for ladies seeking timely diagnoses and treatments.

She has faced chronic tinnitus which is a condition that causes a persistent ringing in the ears. It was first misdiagnosed as an ear infection. This affected her mental health and also disrupted her streaming schedule. This led her to reflect on self-care and work-life balance.

Pokimane is open to her audience about the obstacles she is going through. Many of her fans praised the YouTuber for sharing her hardships. Pokimane has thanked her fans and community for listening patiently and understanding as she sets out on her healing path. Although she hasn't given a timeframe for when she will resume her normal routine, she has mentioned that her top priority is to concentrate on her recuperation before doing so.


The YouTuber is currently in her healing process. Check her social media for further updates.

Edited by Zainab Shaikh