Seema Khaneja MD
Updated on: October 12, 2024 12:03 pm GMT
Vanessa Feltz, a beloved broadcaster, faced a sudden health crisis over the weekend that led to emergency surgery. The 62-year-old entertainer took to Instagram to share her experience of dealing with severe pain caused by a kidney stone, which she described as more agonizing than childbirth.
Challenging Weekend for Feltz
On Sunday, Feltz enjoyed a day with her grandchildren before she was unexpectedly struck by excruciating discomfort. In an emotional video from her hospital bed, she recounted how quickly her situation escalated from normalcy to overwhelming pain.
“I was absolutely fine… and then suddenly, I got this pain,” she told her 392,000 followers. “I’ve given birth to two children naturally, never had any pain like that in my life.”
Feltz called in sick to her LBC radio show that evening, highlighting the severity of her condition, as she typically can power through minor health issues.
Hospital Treatment and Recovery
Upon arriving at the hospital, she underwent scans that revealed a “big kidney stone.” Feltz described the pain as “astoundingly painful” and noted that she had to be taken directly into surgery due to the size of the stone, which was approximately 5 millimeters.
“They had to nuke it with a laser,” she said, detailing the procedure used to remove the kidney stone. “I don’t really like to picture it, to tell you the truth.”
Feltz expressed her gratitude for the swift medical intervention, stating, “Luckily managed to get seen at hospital quite quickly… I was in agony. I couldn’t sit down, I couldn’t lie down. I didn’t know what to do.”
Messages of Support
Friends and fans quickly rallied around Feltz, sending her messages of support on social media. Fellow broadcaster Myleene Klass commended her for handling the situation “like a warrior Queen,” while model Lisa Snowdon expressed relief that she was okay, emphasizing the pain Feltz endured.
Kate Thornton added, “Ouch! Thank goodness you’re in the right place. Feel better and sending my love x.”
Feltz acknowledged the help from various hospital staff, stating she was “very grateful” for the care she received from nurses, porters, and her surgeon.
Conclusion
Vanessa Feltz’s experience reminds us that health problems can happen unexpectedly, and it’s important to get help quickly when we need it. As she gets better from this tough time, her positive attitude and the support from her friends and fans show how strong a community can be when someone is in trouble. Everyone is hoping she continues to recover and comes back to her job feeling even better than before.
