“Graves disease is an autoimmune disease.

The immune system incorrectly identifies the thyroid as foreign,” Dr. Terry Jay Smith toldNBC News.

Aside from Graves disease, Williams has also been open about her issues with cocaine addiction.

Wendy Williams posing

We plan to return with new shows on Oct. 18.

As Page Six reported, Williams will be hosting the show upon its return on October 18.

Wendy Williams posing