Biohacker Bryan Johnson, who has previously claimed that he hopes to live until 2140, has revealed that he has been diagnosed with autoimmune gastritis (AIG), a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the stomach.
Johnson, who is 48, shared that he has been experiencing symptoms of AIG, including a condition where his stomach "eats itself," due to the immune system attacking the stomach's acid-producing cells.
The disease, which can remain hidden and is challenging to diagnose, can cause iron deficiency, B12 deficiency, and anemia, and increase the risk of stomach cancer.
Johnson noted that AIG can often go unnoticed for years, with damage to the stomach occurring before symptoms become apparent.
He also shared that he has had low levels of ferritin, a protein that stores iron, for 11 years, and despite trying various methods to raise his iron levels, nothing seemed to work.
Johnson underwent a colonoscopy and upper endoscopy, which revealed clear signs of early autoimmune gastritis, and five biopsies were taken from his stomach to confirm the diagnosis.
There is currently no cure for AIG, but Johnson is determined to solve the condition and has expressed his desire to change the status quo in the age of advanced medical technology.
He urged others to prioritize their health and emphasized the importance of caring for oneself, others, and the planet.
