Amy Schumer thanks her fans 'for embracing me' after opening up about trichotillomania battle

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Amy Schumer thanked her fans for their support after she opened up about her battle withtrichotillomania.The 40-year-old performer posted a set of images from the set of her comedy-drama series Life & Beth on Saturday, in which she currently stars.The actress also wrote a short message that was shared in her post's caption to express her gratitude towards all of her fans who have sent her well wishes after she openly spoke about her medical condition.

Appreciative: Amy Schumer thanked her fans for their support after she opened up about her battle with trichotillomania in the caption of a post that was shared to her Instagram account on SaturdaySchumer wrote: 'Thanks for all the love and for everyone's kind word and support on my trichotillomania.

Big vulnerable vibes and tears of joy for the weight that's been lifted.The performer added: 'Thanks to the community for embracing me when I needed it.' The actress revealed that she had been battling trichotillomania during an interview with The Hollywood Reporter that was shared on Friday.During the sit-down, Schumer noted that her mental health had been negatively affected by her condition.

Opening up:The actress revealed that she had been battling trichotillomania during an interview with The Hollywood Reporter that was shared on Friday 'I think everybody has a big secret and that's mine.And I'm proud that my big secret only hurts me but it's been what I've carried so much shame about for so long,' she said.The Trainwreck star then noted that she still actively suffered from the condition, stating: 'It's not that I used to have this problem and now I don't.