HEALTH HELL
Irish music star undergoes surgery for ‘large & pretty rare’ brain tumour after suffering ‘intense localised headaches’
The popular DJ told how he started to experience headache's and fatigue back in 2023
IRISH music star Matt McBride has undergone surgery for a "large and pretty rare" brain tumour.
The Belfast native is known for being one half of popular electronic music duo Bicep.
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In a statement posted to the group's official Instagram page, Matt revealed that towards the end of 2023 he began to experience headache and fatigue symptoms that "felt new".
After several blood tests this spring, Matt explained how his results came back showing that "something was wrong".
He added: "So my GP arranged an MRI followed by a CT scan."
The DJ went on to reveal that his doctors had discovered "a large, and pretty rare craniopharyngioma tumour" on his pituitary gland.
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Matt immediately expressed that the tumour was "not cancerous" and that he had "caught it in the early stages of damage".
The Irish producer highlighted his gratitude on the situation as he added: "I was very lucky to get those initial blood tests followed by an MRI.
"Had it been much longer I might’ve lost some eyesight and a load of other problems due to the size and position of the tumour pressing on my optic nerves."
McBride revealed that he has been through a series of hospital appointments over the past few months but finally had his surgery on August 9.
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Matt told fans that his operation "went well" and that he is currently recovering in hospital.
He wrote: "Recovery will be at least 6-8 weeks and a long road of aftercare but I’m feeling incredibly grateful and lucky."
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"I’d like to say a huge thank you to all the amazing consultants, surgeons, doctors and nurses at the NHS who have looked after me and been so amazing, kind and empathetic.
"The support I’ve received has been incredible, I can’t say this enough. Appointments were arranged with sometimes only hours’ notice and communication incredibly fast and direct.
"Our healthcare system is very precious and worth fighting for!"
The Irish lad revealed that whilst he remains in recovery Andrew will continue to perform shows as Bicep "until further notice".
'Heartfelt thanks'
McBride finished off his statement with a touching message to his loved ones as he said: "Finally, a heartfelt thanks to my family, friends and work colleagues who have been my absolute rock through this behind the scenes."
The star then attached a picture of himself recovering in a hospital bed with his hands up in rock sign.
Fans and friends flooded the comments section wishing him well.
'Sending love'
Kate Moss wrote: "Sending all my love."
Irish DJ, Annie MacManus said: "Biggest of love to you Matt. Look forward to seeing you up and at it soon."
One fan wrote: "Oh my goodness - wishing you a speedy recovery."
Fred added: "Speedy recovery Matt, you've got this."
And Benjamin commented: "Much love, happy the operation went well. Good luck with the recovery."