AceShowbiz - Christina Applegate has opened up to her fans about her medical condition. Taking to Twitter to share the unfortunate news, the actress reveals that she was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis several months ago.

"Hi friends," the 49-year-old first greeted her fans in the Monday, August 9 tweet. "A few months ago I was diagnosed with MS." Admitting that "it's been a strange journey," she's grateful that she has "been so supported by people that I know who also have this condition."

"It's been a tough road," the former child actress reiterated, before showing her positive attitude, "But as we all know, the road keeps going. Unless some a**hole blocks it."

Christina has since been showered with messages of support from her followers. "Wouldn't wish it on anyone. I hope you find the rx that works for you," one person, who also has ML, wrote to her. "And you're right, the road keeps going. You have to keep your hopes high and not let it bring you down. Not once did I ever let it beat me. I was diagnosed 2011. Been on Tysabri since '14. Couldn't be happier."

Another shared, "My mum has had this disease now for almost 40 years, Christina. She has her days but is mostly in good health at 71. Stay POSITIVE as she's sure that it is 80 percent of the battle right there. All the best to you and your loved ones. From little old me in Australia."

A third encouraged the "Anchorman: The Legend Continues" star, "Damn! Well let's face it. You are a true inspiration. Just keep doing what you're doing. Keep swinging. Keep ducking. You're a fighter. We're always rooting for you."

"B***h you got this," someone simply wrote. One other shared her/his experience with the autoimmune disease, "I am so sorry to read your news. I have MS too dx'd 2008 I'm not gonna lie, it's hard but some days are better than others. Get the right treatment for you, don't be pressured into which meds to have. Do wot makes u & Ur body comfortable. You got this, sending lots of love xx."