Paddy McGuinness – who hosts Tempting Fortune tonight (Sunday, March 30) – once revealed he’d been diagnosed with a surprising health condition pretty early on in life.

The star, now 51, made the revelation back in 2018 during an endurance challenge for Children in Need.

Paddy McGuinness on surprise health condition

Back in 2018, Paddy took part in the Ultra Endurance Cycle Challenge. In the challenge, the comedian had to cycle 300 miles – from Wrexham AFC stadium in North Wales to Glasgow.

During the challenge, he revealed that he had been diagnosed with arthritis – and had to have an ultrasound steroid injection to help manage it.

Arthritis is a condition that causes joint pain and inflammation. It tends to be seen in older people – however, it can manifest in people anytime between the ages of 30 and 50.

Paddy’s reaction to arthritis diagnosis

In a picture posted to his Instagram at the time, Paddy showed off a huge plaster on his shoulder.

“Morning! Nursing a poorly shoulder today,” he said. “I had an ultrasound steroid injection in it yesterday,” he then added.

“The reason, arthritis? I’m 44!” he then exclaimed.

Plenty of Paddy’s followers were quick to show their support and sympathy.

One said: “I’m 27 with arthritis. I’ve had steroid injections in my spine. Hurts like a bugger ! Arthritis isn’t an ‘old’ condition anymore ! Hope it works for you!” Another added: “I feel your pain mate, been having arthritis problems all over my body since 33!”

‘They are not alone’

Arthritis Research UK also thanked Paddy for drawing attention to the condition.

“We’re grateful to Paddy McGuinness for speaking out and showing other young people with arthritis that they are not alone,” they said.

“People often think of arthritis as an older person’s disease. But Paddy is one of 11.8 million people under the age of 65 living with a musculoskeletal condition, including 2.7 million under 35 years old,” they then added.