Overview
- Schmelz is being monitored at Son Espases in Mallorca after a routine November 4 check revealed critically elevated potassium that could affect his heart.
- In a hospital Instagram video, he said his potassium values had worsened and that he would remain under observation, while expressing optimism.
- Doctors have begun interventions, including pausing a medication, in an effort to stabilize his blood values.
- His wife, Katrin Mermi-Schmelz, reported he feels better and described the situation as stable, with no discharge date yet known.
- Supportive messages have poured in from fans as the couple communicates updates through social media and local outlets.