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Russell's Health Update: Hormone Woes Persist
24 Mar
Summary
- Russell faces ongoing challenges with pituitary hormone deficiencies.
- Medication dosages are incorrect or some meds are missing.
- He hopes for a decade of active life similar to his mother.
Russell, aged 75, confirmed in 2024 that treatments for his tumor had possibly reactivated his Type 2 diabetes, which had been in remission. The growth also posed a severe risk to his optic nerve, threatening blindness, but surgery averted this outcome. He now requires daily medication and underwent scans during a hospital visit in 2026.
Yesterday, March 23, 2026, Russell reported that his recent test results were not entirely positive. He is experiencing issues with his pituitary gland, a condition where hormone regulation is disrupted due to tumor damage, likening it to an orchestra without a conductor.
Reflecting on his prognosis, Russell expressed a personal goal of living another decade actively and mentally sharp, inspired by his mother. He conveyed his gratitude to fans for their messages of love and support, noting their encouraging responses.
Fans have responded with solidarity, wishing him well and expressing confidence in his recovery and ability to live a full life. Many expressed hopes for him to find the correct medications and dosages for a healthier future.
