Coronation Street star Samia Longchambon recently shared snapshots from a family holiday in Tenerife, Spain, with her husband, Sylvain, and their son, Yves. The 44-year-old actress posted a series of photos on Instagram, documenting their trip.
Among the images were pictures of Longchambon in a black bikini, posing for a mirror selfie. She also shared a selfie with her husband, Sylvain, and photos of her children enjoying the resort's amenities. She captioned one of the posts, "My best side is pool side…"
The couple, married in August 2016, met three years prior on the set of Dancing On Ice. Their early relationship was marked by Sylvain's public split from Hollyoaks actress Jennifer Metcalfe, whom he ended their relationship with on Christmas Day 2012, stating he had fallen for Longchambon.
This holiday follows Longchambon's recent disclosure about living with Raynaud's disease for the past two decades. The condition, which affects blood circulation to the fingers and toes, causes them to turn white and numb when exposed to cold or stress. Longchambon, who has portrayed Maria Connor in Coronation Street since 2000, explained that her symptoms are usually mild, affecting only her fingers, but acknowledged it can be more severe for others.
She shared some personal tips for managing the condition, including staying warm, wearing gloves, using hand warmers, consuming ginger for circulation, and staying active. She noted that even tasks like visiting a supermarket freezer aisle can trigger her symptoms.
Raynaud's phenomenon can cause fingers and toes to turn white and numb, later turning blue and then red with a burning sensation as blood flow returns. Attacks can range from a few minutes to an hour. While nine out of ten cases affect women, with most experiencing their first attack before age 40, the condition can be triggered by cold, air conditioning, or stress. While most manage symptoms with warmth, some develop painful ulcers. In rare cases, Raynaud's can be linked to more serious conditions like scleroderma, highlighting the importance of early diagnosis.