Television personality Andrea McLean has opened up about a recent health scare, revealing that she fainted on her bathroom floor after getting up too quickly. 

The 55-year-old Loose Women panellist shared the details of the incident on Instagram, telling followers that she had face-planted onto the floor after getting out of bed “too fast.” 

While the fall was shocking, Andrea was fortunate enough to avoid serious injuries, though she did sustain a bruised black eye.

The health scare comes just months after McLean faced a serious health battle in December when she was diagnosed with pneumonia, which led to a significant loss of lung capacity. 

In her recent social media post, Andrea shared that she had not fully recovered from her previous health struggles and is still dealing with the aftermath of her pneumonia diagnosis.

The Fainting Incident

In her Instagram post, Andrea gave a candid account of what led to her fainting incident. “Black Eyed Peas… Both are relevant today,” she joked, referencing the bruising around her eye. “Yup. I’ve got a shiner. I wish I had a super exciting story as to why. I didn’t leap from a moving car or parachute off a building,” she wrote with humor.

Andrea explained that she had simply gotten out of bed “too fast,” and before she had properly woken up, she felt unwell. “By the time I’d walked the few steps to the bathroom, I thought: ‘I don’t feel too good…’” she recalled. Moments later, she fainted and fell face-first onto the bathroom floor. Despite the scary fall, Andrea was relieved to find that there were no serious injuries. She was checked out at A&E, where doctors confirmed that her cheekbone was not broken and that she wouldn’t lose any teeth. “I was really lucky,” Andrea said.

Reflecting on the incident, she shared a valuable lesson: “Lesson learned. Take a moment.” She also acknowledged that she is still recovering from her previous health battles, stating, “I’m not quite ‘better’ yet.”

Struggles with Pneumonia Recovery

The fainting incident came just months after Andrea’s battle with severe pneumonia, which left her with 80% capacity in one of her lungs. Last December, Andrea collapsed at home after suffering from flu-like symptoms, prompting hospital visits. After tests, doctors diagnosed her with acute kidney injury, sepsis, and severe pneumonia, which all contributed to a dramatic loss of lung capacity.

Andrea shared her experience of being in the hospital on her Substack blog, describing it as a “sensory overload.” She recalled the constant bright lights, the distressing sounds from other patients, and the unpleasant smell that seemed to permeate the ward. Her hospitalization lasted several days, and during that time, Andrea learned a tough lesson about ignoring her pain. “Note to self; being a big brave girl and not saying how much pain you’re in when you’ve lost 80% capacity in one of your lungs to severe pneumonia and infection is not a smart move,” she wrote. “Get on the strong stuff ASAP.”

Despite the severity of her condition, Andrea maintained her sense of humor and optimism throughout her recovery, even as she struggled with the physical challenges that came with pneumonia.

Finding Humor in Health Challenges

Though Andrea’s health battles have been difficult, her spirit remains strong, and she continues to tackle new projects and engagements. On Instagram, she lightheartedly referenced her black eye and the ongoing recovery process as she prepared for a speaking engagement in Hull. “To the few hundred women I’m speaking in front of tomorrow in Hull, excuse the shiner,” she joked. “Oh. And Black Eyed Peas because I have a black eye and I spent most of yesterday with a bag of peas on my face.”

Andrea’s resilience and determination to push through health setbacks have been an inspiration to many, as she continues to speak openly about her struggles while finding ways to keep her sense of humor intact.

Looking Ahead

Though Andrea is still on the mend, her openness about her health challenges has helped raise awareness about the serious and sometimes life-threatening nature of pneumonia and its long-lasting effects. As she faces the difficult journey to full recovery, Andrea’s story serves as a reminder of the importance of listening to one’s body and not ignoring the signs of illness.

While she may still be dealing with the aftermath of her pneumonia battle and this recent fainting incident, Andrea’s positivity and humor continue to shine through. With the support of her fans and her own determination, Andrea is facing her health challenges head-on, and there’s hope that with time, she’ll continue to recover and return to her vibrant self.

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