Made In Chelsea star Jamie Laing spent the festive season in hospital this year, due to a mystery illness.
Taking to his Instagram story on Christmas Eve, the 29-year-old revealed he was to undergo an operation on his stomach, before showing off his painful-looking scars to fans the following day.
However the reality star remained in high spirits during his stint in hospital, as he received a visit from pal Chris Hughes after the undoubtedly tough procedure.
Unwell: Made In Chelsea star Jamie Laing spent the festive season in hospital this year, due to a mystery illness
Cheering him up: However the reality star remained in high spirits during his stint in hospital, as he received a visit from pal Chris Hughes after the undoubtedly tough procedure
Jamie first revealed his health woes on Sunday, when he confirmed he was in Cheltenham Hospital on Instagram after enduring severe stomach pains, according to The Sun.
Sharing a snap of himself about to undergo an operation, the star then posted a second clip immediately after his procedure – with an IV visible in his hand.
Appearing woozy and needing an oxygen mask, the MIC star told his followers: ‘Surgery went well… but I do not feel good.’
In pain: Jamie first revealed his health woes on Sunday, when he confirmed he was in Cheltenham Hospital on Instagram after enduring severe stomach pains
Battling through: However in a second clip, Jamie appeared woozy and needed an oxygen mask, but confirmed to his followers: ‘Surgery went well… but I do not feel good’
However Jamie’s mood was no doubt brightened by a visit from Love Island star and pal Chris Hughes that evening.
Again taking to Instagram, Jamie shared a video of the hunk, 24, feeding him grapes to his hospital bed – leaving the blonde in stitches.
Clearly feeling more festive after the visit, Jamie captioned the clip: ‘My absolute homie @chrishughesofficial surprised me with grapes because it’s Christmas Eve. BIG LOVE because of that ❤️’
Here he is! However Jamie’s mood was no doubt brightened by a visit from Love Island star and pal Chris Hughes that evening
Meanwhile Chris shared a selfie of the pair as they joked around with the fruit, and took the opportunity to thank the NHS for their services over the festive period.
He wrote: ‘Christmas is all about smiles! So much respect for the NHS staff working this period!’
The following day, Jamie confirmed the surgery had gone well – and maintained his usually witty sense of humour by dismissing his pain, and instead joking about the socks he had to wear after the operation.
Having a ball: Again taking to Instagram, Jamie shared a video of the hunk, 24, feeding him grapes to his hospital bed – leaving the blonde in stitches
After being allowed to return home for the remainder of Christmas Day, Jamie shared a sweet snap of himself in his hospital gown surrounded by nurses, and thanked the establishment for supporting him through his illness.
He said: ‘Spending Christmas Eve in Cheltenham Hospital isn’t the one but at least I have these lovely ladies looking after me. You guys rock x’
Before adding on Twitter: ‘Surgery went well and now I’m out. Honestly the @NHSEngland are simply wonderful. Merry Christmas everyone.’
MailOnline has contacted Jamie’s representatives for further comment.
Grateful: After being allowed to return home for the remainder of Christmas Day, Jamie shared a sweet snap of himself in his hospital gown surrounded by nurses, to thank them