Chef Amaka, wife of popular health influencer Aproko Doctor, has spoken out about the emotional trauma she faced online following her diagnosis of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a condition that can affect fertility and hormonal balance in women.
In a recent reflection on her experience, Chef Amaka revealed that while dealing with the health condition was already challenging, the most painful part came from the hurtful comments she received on social media.
“What made me cry was when they said my husband is not man enough to father a child,” she recalled, describing how online trolls turned a deeply personal medical issue into an attack on her marriage.
She explained that she had shared her PCOS diagnosis publicly in hopes of raising awareness and helping other women who might be going through similar struggles. However, instead of empathy and support, she was met with mockery, stigma, and insensitive remarks that dragged her husband into the conversation.
According to her, the experience was emotionally draining, especially because many people still lack understanding of PCOS and its effects on fertility. She noted that infertility-related issues are often misunderstood, leading to unfair blame and harmful assumptions.
Despite the negativity, Chef Amaka’s story has continued to spark wider discussions about women’s health, online bullying, and the importance of compassion when people choose to share personal medical experiences publicly.