The country music singer was diagnosed with a neurological disorder last year
Country star Lisa McHugh(Image: Instagram)
Lisa McHugh was admitted to hospital with sepsis just days before her planned return to live music.
The country music singer, who lives in Co Fermanagh, shared the news on her social media on Thursday morning. She was due to make her return to live music at The Clanree Hotel in Letterkenny tonight with Nathan Carter after a period of ill health.
Last summer, she revealed she lost the use of her legs for two months, and was later diagnosed with functional neurological disorder (FND), a condition where there are problems with how the brain sends and receives signals, leading to symptoms like functional seizures, limb weakness or paralysis, tremor and numbness.
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Posting on social media, Lisa said: “Hi everyone, I’m so sorry to say that I won’t be able to perform tonight with @iamnathancarter at the @clanree_hotel, Letterkenny.
“I was admitted into hospital a couple of days ago with sepsis, but I want to reassure everyone, that, I’m in the right place and receiving the best care and treatment to help get things under control. I just need to take a little bit of time to rest and recover, but I will be absolutely fine
“I’m so disappointed to miss out on what was meant to be my first live show back, but, I’m sure you’ll all have a fantastic night with Nathan as always! I can’t wait to see you all very soon.
“Thank you for all your continued support and understanding — it truly means the world. Looks like my New Year is starting in March instead.”
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