Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' Mikayla Matthews Shares "Discouraging" Update on Chronic Illness

The reality star has been struggling to find answers about her ongoing health issues.

Jan. 28, 2026 at 2:47pm

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Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star Mikayla Matthews shared a "discouraging" update on her chronic illness, revealing she recently underwent allergy testing that identified several allergens but still left her without clear answers about the cause of her persistent skin flare-ups and other symptoms. Mikayla, a mother of four, has been dealing with the mysterious health issues for years and is now planning to eliminate eggs and milk from her diet to see if that provides any relief.

Why it matters

Mikayla's ongoing health struggles highlight the challenges many people face in getting answers and effective treatment for chronic, complex medical conditions. Her story resonates with others who have had to navigate the frustration of inconclusive test results and the physical and mental toll of living with an undiagnosed illness.

The details

In a recent TikTok video, Mikayla detailed her latest doctor's appointment, where she underwent allergy testing for 90 different allergens. She described the experience as "the worst 15 minutes of my life" due to the severe itchiness she experienced. The results showed Mikayla has raised levels of allergies to eggs, milk, grass, cat hair, dog dander, and horse. However, she noted that she's not around dogs, cats or horses every day, so those are likely not the main cause of her skin issues. Mikayla plans to eliminate eggs and milk from her diet for a month or two to see if that provides any relief.

  • In May 2023, Mikayla first disclosed on TikTok that she has dealt with chronic eczema since childhood.
  • In March 2023, Mikayla got breast implants, which she said caused flare-ups on her face.
  • In September 2024, Mikayla shared more about her mysterious skin flare-ups with her Instagram followers, noting they popped up again after the birth of her daughter Tommie in November 2021.
  • Mikayla has been "fighting for my life" while filming the first season of Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, which she said was "physically exhausting but extremely mentally challenging".
  • In January 2025, Mikayla shared that she had spent all of 2024 "removing all toxic things, both from my body and my life."

The players

Mikayla Matthews

The star of the reality show Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, who has been struggling with a chronic, undiagnosed illness for years.

Jace Terry

Mikayla's husband, with whom she has four children.

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What they’re saying

“I don't think people understand how discouraging it is. I wish I had more answers for you and I'm like, 'Great.'”

— Mikayla Matthews (TikTok)

“I'll cut eggs and milk for a long period of time, like a month or two, and see if that helps anything.”

— Mikayla Matthews (TikTok)

“I always get such mixed emotions going to these apts, just hoping for new answers every time but getting nothing.”

— Mikayla Matthews (TikTok)

The takeaway

Mikayla's ongoing health struggles underscore the challenges many people face in getting answers and effective treatment for complex, chronic conditions. Her story resonates with others who have had to navigate the frustration of inconclusive test results and the physical and mental toll of living with an undiagnosed illness, highlighting the need for more research and support for those dealing with mysterious health issues.