Max George has revealed he has a ‘flicking feeling’ in his chest following major surgery for an undiagnosed heart condition.
The Wanted singer, 36, had a pacemaker fitted after he was admitted to hospital earlier this month after experiencing heart issues, leading to a lengthy stay before his release on Christmas Day.
Taking to his Instagram Stories on Tuesday, Max revealed he is now experiencing a strange feeling in his chest and doctor’s aren’t sure yet what it is.
The star asked his followers if they have ever experienced the same thing as he sought advice ahead of a check-up.
In his video, he said: ‘I’m in the hospital tomorrow for another check up because I’ve been getting this flicking feeling in the left side of my chest. I’m actually getting it right now.
‘I was wondering if you guys knew what it might be or you’ve experienced it yourself because the doctors aren’t too sure.
Max George has revealed he has a ‘flicking feeling’ in his chest following major surgery for an undiagnosed heart condition
The Wanted singer, 36, had a pacemaker fitted after he was admitted to hospital earlier this month after experiencing heart issues
‘Maybe it’s touching a nerve and it’ll go away in time or they might have to move a wire slightly but I’m all ears because all I’m doing is research.
‘I know nothing about pacemakers. Any information I could get would be most appreciated.’
It comes after Max shared that he has taken his first steps outside since the ordeal, posting a photo of himself on a night time dog walk with his beloved pitbull Albert.
He also uploaded an image of his Apple Watch, showing his heart rate at 85 bpm.
Captioning the photos, he wrote: ‘Back on the streets… Felt great to have my first few steps outside for a while.. especially with my beautiful boy’.
Fans flooded his post with supportive messages and wishing him a speedy recovery writing: ‘Pacemakers are game changers ❤️ I’m so glad you’re doing better. You’ll just keep getting stronger now. Happy New Year ❤️’
‘So glad to see your getting back on track and back to your usual self . Remember to take it easy and we are all here behind you ❤️’
‘That’s amazing !!!soo glad ❤️❤️❤️ you got this max !! Can’t wait to see you back on stage again’
Taking to his Instagram Stories on Tuesday, Max revealed he is now experiencing a strange feeling in his chest and doctor’s aren’t sure yet what it is
Max, who has been sober for over four years after previous liver issues, had a pacemaker fitted to stabilise his heart so also uploaded an image of his Apple Watch, showing his heart rate
Max was on a night time dog walk with his beloved pitbull Albert when he posted the update to his followers
‘What a joy to see this❤️’
Max, who has been sober for over four years after previous liver issues, had a pacemaker fitted to stabilise his heart.
Reflecting on his health journey, The Wanted singer explained that alcohol wasn’t a factor in his condition, saying he gave up drinking after doctors flagged concerns about his liver following years of heavy partying on tour.
It comes after he revealed he had finally made it home to celebrate Christmas after going through emergency heart surgery.
Earlier this month, Max revealed he was spending Christmas in hospital after being forced to seek medical help after having an undiagnosed heart condition.
But on Wednesday he shared that he had finally reunited with his girlfriend Maisie Smith, 23, to spend Christmas with family and friends.
Upon seeing that he was up and about, fans flooded his post with supportive messages and wished him a speedy recovery
The loved-up duo have been inseparable since going official in August 2022 and also living together.
In an Instagram post, Max shared some adorable snaps of him and his partner cuddled up on the sofa.
Max captioned the trio of photos simply with: ‘It’s so good to be home’.
Max previously revealed he had to stay in hospital due to ongoing cardiac issues and underwent a serious operation after his condition didn’t improve.
Sharing a video from his hospital bed on Tuesday, Max said: ‘It’s time to go home. The numbers are way better. I feel knackered, slept a lot today.’
Earlier in the week Max revealed revealed he had finally made it home after going through emergency heart surgery earlier this month
The Wanted singer previously admitted he was ‘bruised and battered’ after his operation and has now revealed he is glad to be home and was seen cuddled up with Maisie on the sofa
But Max revealed he isn’t completely out of the woods yet as doctors want to do more tests in the coming weeks after finding a problem with his lungs.
‘Few more tests to do over the next couple of weeks, something to do with my lungs but that’s the least of my worries right now.
‘All good, bit battered and bruised and knackered but,’ he added and gave a thumbs up to the camera.
Pointing to his chest, he said: ‘So latest is that 100 per cent I’m going to have a little friend put in here at some point.
‘Erm, I’ve got an issue with the bottom part of my heart, it’s called a block. The tricky bit is what I have put in because until I have further tests we don’t know what caused it.’
The Glad You Came hitmaker noted it is all a ‘mystery’ what has happened to him, although doctors have been able to eliminate some possible causes.
Max, who has battled alcoholism previously, said: ‘We’ve cancelled out a few things, like alcohol for example I’ve not had a drink for four-and-a-half years so it’s not that.
‘It’s a bit of a mystery really, but that’s the hard bit. It’s the waiting. My heart rate is really, really low. They’re monitoring it 24/7, everyone has been amazing.
Max’s health update comes as his ex fiancee Michelle Keegan revealed big news on Sunday night, revealing she is expecting her first child with her husband of nine years Mark Wright
‘But the waiting bit is tough. It’s just one of them things unfortunately. Whatever I get, I’ve got to get on with it. We’re hoping pacemaker, a pacemaker is good.’
Max’s health update comes as his ex fiancee Michelle Keegan revealed big news on Sunday night, revealing she is expecting her first child with her husband of nine years Mark Wright.
Michelle and Max split in 2012 after a high profile romance, and just eight months later the actress embarked on a whirlwind romance with TOWIE star Mark.
The actress and the TV presenter, both 37, confirmed their baby news on Instagram, sharing a sweet photograph alongside the caption: ‘2025 is going to be a special one for us…✨’.
