Bindi Irwin 'so lucky' as she shares health update after emergency surgery
Steve Irwin's daughter was forced to miss her dad's annual event when her appendix ruptured and she was rushed to the hospital
Steve Irwin's daughter, Bindi Irwin, thanked fans for their support as she shared a health update from the hospital after undergoing emergency surgery. The 26-year-old was in the US for her dad's annual gala, the Steve Irwin Gala, but was forced to miss it when her appendix ruptured after 'months of it grumbling'.
Her mum Terri Irwin also went with her to offer her support. In a new video update, Bindi spoke to fans as she lay down in a hospital bed while connected to drips. She revealed her appendix was removed, 14 endometriosis lesions were removed and a hernia was stitched up. Bindi told fans: "I just wanted to thank you so much for your incredible well wishes.
"I just got out surgery about an hour ago, I had my appendix removed. I also had 14 new endometriosis lesions that had to be removed. They kindly stitched up my hernia as well. I am forever grateful to Dr Seckin at Lenox Hill Hospital. Thank you guys for your kind words, for your support. I'm sorry if I sound a little out of it in this video."
Bindi continued: "I'm on the road to recovery one step at a time and I am so lucky to have so much love in my life from my beautiful family. Sending love and light your way and we'll get through this."
In the caption, the star wrote: "I am so thankful that I got the help I needed with Dr. Seckin and Dr. Chu at Lenox Hill Hospital. After many months of a grumbly appendix, I finally had to seek help the day of our Steve Irwin Gala.
"After consulting with Dr. Seckin, we agreed that if I flew to New York, he could also check for endometriosis again. Surgery was a success. My appendix was removed, along with another 14 lesions (after having 37 endometriosis lesions and a cyst removed two years ago). I also had a repair to a large hernia I acquired through childbirth four years ago.
"Thankfully, I am on the road to recovery. I appreciate all the kind messages I've received, and the support for our Gala in Las Vegas. Credit to Robert for hosting the evening, he did such an incredible job raising funds and awareness for Wildlife Warriors.
"And thanks to my family for always being there for me. I have so much love for dear Chandler & sweet Grace. Thank you to Mum for being there with me every step of the way. And rest assured, I'll see you at the next Steve Irwin Gala in Brisbane this November. One day at a time. Time to heal now. Sending my love to you all."
Bindi's brother Robert sent his support in the comment section, writing: "Stay strong Bindi! Love you!" Her mother Terri added: "Stay strong, sweet Bindi. I love you with all my heart, and I believe every day will be better."
Robert previously told People Magazine that Bindi 'wasn't ready for surgery' as she just came 'out the other side of endometriosis'.
Bindi has been open about her health over the years, revealing that she suffered from endometriosis. She said she went through ten years of pain and fatigue before finally receiving a diagnosis after surgery.
After surgery, the mum-of-one told her followers that doctors found 37 lesions and a cyst.
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