The Pogues singer Shane MacGowan gives fans a health update after encephalitis diagnosis
Shane MacGowan of the Pogues has given fans an update on his health after he was rushed to hospital in December.
In early December, MacGowan, 65, was admitted to hospital due to an infection.
His wife Victoria Mary Clarke later announced that the singer had been diagnosed with encephalitis, an uncommon condition that causes the brain to swell and can be life-threatening.
Those with serious cases can be left with problems such as seizures, hearing loss, and blindness.
Hours before midnight on New Year’s Eve (31 December), the “Fairytale of New York” musician gave fans an update on his condition.
“Hi friends, I’m sitting here suffering from encephalitis,”said MacGowan in a video. He was wearing sunglasses and a cross necklace in the clip.
“The light is killing me,” he said, explaining his choice of eyewear. “But I wanted to wish you a Happy New Year and Happy Christmas and many more.
In early December, MacGowan, 65, was admitted to hospital due to an infection.
His wife Victoria Mary Clarke later announced that the singer had been diagnosed with encephalitis, an uncommon condition that causes the brain to swell and can be life-threatening.
Those with serious cases can be left with problems such as seizures, hearing loss, and blindness.
Hours before midnight on New Year’s Eve (31 December), the “Fairytale of New York” musician gave fans an update on his condition.
“Hi friends, I’m sitting here suffering from encephalitis,”said MacGowan in a video. He was wearing sunglasses and a cross necklace in the clip.
“The light is killing me,” he said, explaining his choice of eyewear. “But I wanted to wish you a Happy New Year and Happy Christmas and many more.
- 1/1/2023
- by Annabel Nugent
- The Independent - Music
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