The insider also claimed head judge Shirley had been concerned about Amy before the Strictly tour stars travelled to Manchester from Leeds and asked the dancer if she would prefer to travel with her rather than the rest of the cast.
The condition Amy suffers from, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), otherwise known as Crohn’s disease, occurs when the colon and rectum can become inflamed.
Symptoms of IBD include cramps, pain and swelling in the stomach, weight loss and extreme tiredness.
Drinking plenty of fluids, eating small meals and adding plenty of vitamins to your diet can help ease the effects of minor IBD, according to the NHS.
Strictly pro Neil Jones was one of the first to comment on Amy’s post, writing: “You are incredible and the strongest person I know, I can’t wait to dance with you again.”
Shirley added: “@amy_dowden we love you and where here for you.”(sic)