Earlier this week, news reports stated that rapper Missy Elliott has been battling a thyroid condition called Graves’ disease.

On Friday, Elliot released a statement on the disease, insisting that her ailments have not hurt her career as some news reports have stated.

Missy’s statement is posted below:
“There have been some inaccuracies reported in regards to my diagnosis with Graves’ Disease, so I wanted to clear things up.
I was diagnosed with Graves’ Disease about three years ago but it really hasn’t slowed me down at all. I rocked my performance on VH1 Hip Hop Honors’ tribute to Timbaland last year. I’ve written and produced a bunch of Grammy-nominated, #1 hits for artists like Keyshia Cole, Monica and Jasmine Sullivan. I toured the UK, Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia. And on top of all that, I’m working on my new album.

I feel great. Under my doctor’s supervision, I’ve been off medication for about a year and I’m completely managing the condition through diet and exercise.” — Missy Elliott

According to reports, there is no cure for Graves’ disease, which can affect a person’s energy level and appearance, but symptoms can be managed with treatment.