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The Puerto Rican singer Arcángel publicly revealed that he recently underwent open-heart surgery, a procedure he describes as the toughest test life has put him through. Through a post on Instagram, the reggaeton artist shared striking images from his hospital bed, showing the scar on his chest and the postoperative drains.
“I am going through and at the same time overcoming the greatest test that God and life have put before me”, he wrote on Tuesday, accompanying his message with a spiritual reflection in which he expresses gratitude for a new chance at life. “I have a sick and wounded heart that, despite everything, refuses to stop beating”.
The artist, whose real name is Austin Agustín Santos, later clarified in his stories that he is not currently hospitalized, as he was operated on a month ago and was discharged two weeks ago. He stated that he is in the recovery process, that he did not suffer another heart attack, and that the procedure was a medical decision to definitively resolve his heart issues. “Thank God I am healing very quickly; I am in pain but I feel better than before,” he noted.
Arcángel also shared that the doctors have given him the green light to return to the stage, as long as he avoids sudden movements. "After that, everything is good. I feel like brand new. Now I just need to have much more discipline," he stated.
Despite being in a phase of recovery, the artist managed to complete a new album, which he wrote and recorded during this process. “There is no physical pain that surpasses the sadness my soul will carry for the rest of my life,” he wrote, referring to the losses and challenges he has faced in recent years.
The singer will resume his schedule with a performance on April 19 in Guatemala, followed by the Portobello Fest in La Perla, Puerto Rico, a special celebration on his “island of enchantment,” where he wants to share with his audience that he is “stronger than ever.”
The post sparked a wave of encouraging messages from colleagues in the urban genre. Bizarrap, Rauw Alejandro, Wisin, Lenny Tavárez, Farina, Ricky Martin, Servando Primera, and De La Ghetto, among others, expressed their solidarity, highlighting the strength, faith, and resilience of the performer of "Hace mucho tiempo." Stay strong!
Frequently Asked Questions about Arcángel's Surgery and Recovery
Why did Arcángel undergo open-heart surgery?
Arcángel underwent open-heart surgery as a medical decision to definitively resolve his cardiac issues. He did not suffer another heart attack, and the operation was performed to address his sick and injured heart.
How has Arcángel's recovery been after the surgery?
Arcángel has reported that his recovery has been swift and positive. He is no longer hospitalized, having been discharged two weeks ago, and he feels better than before, although still in pain. The doctors have allowed him to return to the stage, as long as he avoids sudden movements.
When will Arcángel return to the stage?
Arcángel plans to resume his concert schedule on April 19 in Guatemala. He will then perform at the Portobello Fest in La Perla, Puerto Rico, expressing his gratitude to his fans and stating that he is "stronger than ever."
What has Arcángel said about his experience after the surgery?
Arcángel expressed that the surgery has been the hardest test life has thrown at him. He is grateful for this new opportunity at life and has shared a spiritual reflection in which he acknowledges the strength of his heart, which refuses to stop beating despite his health issues.
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