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Wayne Lineker Discharged After Severe Pneumonia, Says He Is Fully Recovered

Doctors are examining why earlier antibiotics fell short, with Lineker pointing to possible immune changes after quitting alcohol.

Overview

  • The 63-year-old entrepreneur said he left Basildon & Thurrock University Hospital after roughly seven weeks of illness.
  • He experienced two severe pneumonia attacks and underwent a lung procedure after saying he nearly died during the ordeal.
  • Lineker spent Christmas Day in hospital to finish an IV antibiotic course before being cleared to go home.
  • He was readmitted by ambulance after deteriorating at home while being cared for by his son Sean.
  • Clinicians are investigating the initial treatment failure as Lineker continues to credit hospital staff and share updates with followers.