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WWE Hall of Famer Fred 'Typhoon' Ottman Details Month-Long Hospitalization After Ruptured Gallbladder

The 69-year-old reports a fragile recovery requiring him to relearn how to walk following a severe infection.

Overview

  • Ottman says his gallbladder ruptured, releasing infection that kept him hospitalized for about 30 days.
  • He recounted doctors warning his wife that a one-day delay in treatment likely would have been fatal.
  • The former tag team champion reports major muscle loss and ongoing therapy to regain mobility.
  • He said he was briefly placed on dialysis during the acute phase of treatment.
  • He told fans he expected discharge on Monday and indicated he must return for additional surgery, as support from fellow wrestlers poured in.