What health issue did Max George of The Wanted experience?

Max George experienced a frightening cardiac arrhythmia where his heart's rhythm was out of sync.

Why does Max George have a pacemaker?

Max George has a pacemaker due to persistent cardiac problems and a diagnosed "2:1 block in his heart."

How has Max George's health affected his career?

He had to postpone a gig due to a second heart surgery and now carefully manages activities to avoid damaging his pacemaker.

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Singer Max George's Frightening Hospital Stay

27 Nov

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Summary

Max George experienced a frightening arrhythmia before his tour.
His heart's top chamber beat normally while the bottom raced.
He now manages his condition with medication and lifestyle changes.

Singer Max George's Frightening Hospital Stay

Singer Max George has revealed a recent and frightening hospital visit that occurred just before embarking on a tour. The former member of The Wanted experienced a severe cardiac arrhythmia, describing it as a condition where the top half of his heart was beating at a normal rate while the bottom half was racing at 160 BPM, causing it to be out of sync.

This health scare necessitated medical intervention, including medication to stabilize his heart rhythm. George disclosed that he has had to adjust his lifestyle significantly since undergoing surgery last year to implant a pacemaker due to persistent cardiac issues. Activities he once enjoyed, like football and skiing, are now considered too risky.

This is not the first cardiac complication George has faced; he previously underwent a second procedure shortly after receiving his pacemaker due to complications. The pacemaker was implanted after he was diagnosed with a "2:1 block in my heart."