What illness did Henry the VIII have?

Answer 1

it is thought that he hadsyphilis sexually transmitted disease) but some historians disagree with this. They think instead of syphilis he had Diabetes type 1. Henry also suffered from gout (eating to much rich foods).

Answer 2

Henry VI suffered from severe Catatonic Shiczophrenia. (Apologies for the spelling!) This was a mental illness that meant he was physically conscious, but he was not mentally aware of his surroundings - he could walk, talk or function like a normal person. He was able to eat when people put food into his mouth - a natural reaction. Furthermore, Henry VI was simply a weak person, disliking violence and nudity. Indeed, during one of the battles of the Wars of the Roses, he spent the whole time sitting under a tree and singing!

Answer 3

No, King Henry Viii did not die of a illness he had just died because he was too old.

Answer 4

Henry VIII, though very athletic and interested in sport in his youth, became obese and died aged just 56 years old. He also suffered from gaut throughout his life due to his size.

Answer 5

Some form of mental illness.

Answer 6

syphyllis