Raquel Rodriguez reveals suffering from major medical condition amidst her WWE absence 

The real reason behind Raquel Rodriguez's unexplained hiatus has been finally revealed.


Raquel Rodriguez reveals suffering from major medical condition amidst her WWE absence 

Raquel Rodriguez (via-WWE)

Things have not been going well for former WWE women’s tag team champion Raquel Rodriguez, as she has been off WWE TV for quite a while. Rodriguez recently shared a personal update on why she’s been absent from WWE TV. In a deeply personal Instagram video, Rodriguez, the former tag team partner of Liv Morgan, shared her struggles with Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), a condition that has taken a toll on her physically and emotionally.

Raquel’s last match was against Nia Jax on December 3, which was during the WWE Holiday Tour, after which she has been on a hiatus. Fans quickly noticed this and speculated that something was off.

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Starting the video with New Year’s wishes, Rodriguez bravely opened up about her battle with eczema, which escalated to the diagnosis of MCAS in December. She revealed that the toll on her physical and emotional well-being became evident, preventing her from enjoying daily routines that she loved, like traveling, working out, and wrestling. 

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“So long story short, last year I posted a video about being a WWE superstar with eczema. In the month of December, it got progressively worse and I have been diagnosed with something called mast cell activation syndrome. Basically, I was red, swollen, there was a lot happening in this area (her face) physically. It kept me from doing the things that I love like traveling, going to the gym and wrestling."
Raquel Rodriguez via Instagram

Expressing heartfelt gratitude for her family’s unwavering support, Rodriguez thanked fans for their encouraging messages, emphasizing the strength found in solidarity during health challenges.

Raquel’s last PPV match was in November. It was a fatal five-way match at Crown Jewel for the WWE women’s world title, which involved superstars like Rhea Ripley, Nia Jax, Shayna Baszler, and Zoey Stark. The WWE Universe wishes a speedy recovery to Rodriguez and hopes that she gets back even stronger in the ring.

What could be Raquel Rodriguez’s direction after her return?

Raquel Rodriguez’s road to recovery remains uncertain, with no fixed timeline for her return to action in the WWE. In her Instagram post, she acknowledged the absence of a specific timeline while expressing her commitment to sharing more about her healing journey. ​

Raquel Rodriguez and Liv Morgan
Raquel Rodriguez and Liv Morgan (via-WWE)

Fans can hope for a Raquel Rodriguez return probably next year, which could be a potential reunion with her best friend and tag team partner Liv Morgan. They could be chasing the Women’s Tag Team Championships, or maybe fans could see Raquel turn heel and a bittersweet rivalry between both of them.

Given Rodriguez’s last match against Nia Jax at live events, a natural progression could be a captivating feud between the two powerhouse competitors as well. Another intriguing path could see Rodriguez embracing a potential heel turn, setting her sights on the Women’s Title. This opens the door to fierce competition like Becky Lynch and the prospect of a compelling storyline, as WWE needs a new stronger female heel, and Raquel could be a perfect fit for it.

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