Quote Originally Posted by KimTisha View Post
Before my 38-day, Universe-imposed internet blackout, my friend gifted me with a signed copy of "Elvis: Destined to Die Young" by Sally Hoedel:

https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/55873271

The author did a fantastic job of explaining the genetic auto-immune issues that faced Gladys, Elvis, Lisa Marie, and other members of Gladys Smith's family. It's been over a year since I read it, and I don't recall the exact medical issue, but it was a well-researched book and if you like to read medical records this one is for you. Less than a year after I read the book, Lisa Marie died. I think Gladys, Elvis, and Lisa Marie's substance abuse issues may have been a whole lotta self-medication going on.
Very interesting. I did a quick Google search and it looks like it was cardiomyopathy (heart has difficulty pumping blood).