Billy Joel said he feels “good” two months after being diagnosed with a brain disorder.
Joel, 76 Bill Maher‘S “Random club” podcast.
“It is not fixed,” he said. “He is still under work. My balance is zero, it’s like being on a boat. “
Joel revealed that although he was not clear what caused his illness, he suspected that it had to do with the consumption of alcohol.
“I thought it had to be drinking. I loved a fish,” added the singer of “Piano Man”.
Alexa Ray Joel offered comforting support to her father Billy Joel after the announcement that he was diagnosed with a brain disorder. “We love you and we have you, pop!” I just wanted to thank you all for the beautiful outpouring of love and support in the middle of the recent news of my father’s health diagnosis “,” […]
Hydrocephalus of normal pressure, or NPH, is most likely to occur in people over 65 Cleveland clinic. It is often treatable and can be reversible. Treatment may involve “surgery to implant a shunt to drain the excess liquid from inside your skull,” notes the clinic.
Joel reassured the listeners that his condition “sounds much worse than what I feel”.
The Grammy winner announced via an Instagram statement in May that it was Cancel “All planned concerts” Due to his recent diagnosis.
“This condition was exacerbated by recent concert performance, leading to problems with hearing, vision and balance,” said the press release. “As part of his doctor’s instructions, Billy undergoes specific physical therapy and was advised to refrain from occurring during this recovery period. Billy is grateful for the excellent care he receives and is fully determined to give priority to his health. He is grateful for the support of fans during this period and is impatiently awaiting the day he can resume the scene again. ”
Billy Joel
Emma McIntyre / Getty Images for SiriusxmJoel added: “I am sincerely sorry to disappoint our audience and thank you for your understanding.”
Several fans and celebrities sent wishes for Joel in the comments section.
“I really understand. I have menières. Very similar !! Sending love, ” Kristin Chenoweth Written, referring to Menière’s disease, a rare inner ear disorder that causes symptoms such as vertigo and hearing loss.
“Sending love, Billy. ❤️ “,” Erin Moriarty Added.
After the news of Joel’s new brain disorder, Howard Stern revealed in the episode of June 3 of his eponymous radio program that he had seen Joel recently and received a message from the musician transmit to fans.
The wife of Billy Joel, Alexis Roderick Joel, speaks in the middle of the recent diagnosis of her husband’s brain disorder. “Thank you for the outpouring of love and support,” wrote Alexis, 43 […]
“He’s going well. He has problems, but he said,” Yes, you can tell people I don’t die. “He wants people to know.
Three months before announcing his diagnosis, Joel fell on stage During a February concert in Connecticut. He lost his balance and came across his back while interpreting “it’s always rock and roll for me”.
Weeks later, he has postponed several shows to recover from surgery For an unpertified “medical condition”.
“Although I regret posting all the shows, my health must go first,” he said via an Instagram statement at the time. “I can’t wait to come back to the stage and share the joy of live music with our incredible fans. Thank you for understanding.”
