Fans Express Concern Over Lauren Branning’s Health in ‘EastEnders’

Lauren Branning, a character played by Jacqueline Jossa on the popular British soap opera ‘EastEnders‘, has recently sparked concerns among viewers following a storyline involving a painful injury. Lauren’s struggle with the aftermath of a stampede at a bar named Peggy’s has left fans speculating about her fate on the show.

This week, the character Peter Beale, portrayed by Thomas Law, has been visibly worried about his girlfriend Lauren, who has been suffering from severe pain weeks after the stampede occurred. The incident took place when the bar became dangerously overcrowded, leading to a frantic rush for the exits, during which Lauren was trampled.

In the episode aired on October 14, Lauren was shown clutching her side in pain, and later, she confided in Peter about her ongoing discomfort. Despite Peter’s suggestions for rest, Lauren continued working at the car lot until the pain visibly overcame her. In a candid conversation with her cousin Penny, played by Kitty Castledine, Lauren admitted to relying heavily on painkillers to manage her everyday activities.

Lauren mentioned her ongoing health struggles to Amy Mitchell, played by Ellie Dadd, although she has yet to seek medical attention. This delay in seeking professional help has led to growing anxiety among viewers. Social media platforms have been abuzz with theories regarding Lauren’s condition. One viewer speculated on X: “I wonder if Lauren has an ectopic pregnancy #Eastenders.”

Another fan expressed their concern: “I’m wondering if an incident is going to happen with Lauren. That crush at Peggy’s has been weeks ago, and she’s been in pain several times. I’m wondering if a storyline will kick in with Lauren having complications from the accident. #EastEnders.” A third commenter urged on social media: “Lauren, please go to the hospital and get checked out before you drop down dead #EastEnders.”

Further speculation includes the possibility of a more severe health issue, as another fan theorized: “There’s something worse with Lauren than anyone suspects, isn’t there? Is it pancreatitis? #eastenders.”

‘EastEnders’ continues to air Monday through Thursday at 7:30 pm on BBC One and on iPlayer, where fans anxiously await the next developments in Lauren Branning’s storyline.