Kenny Omega recently took to Twitch to provide an update on his recovery from diverticulitis.
While the AEW wrestler was originally set to compete at the Worlds End 2023 pay-per-view event, he was pulled two weeks before the show due to being hospitalized and diagnosed with diverticulitis.
You can check out some highlights from the Twitch stream below:
On how he’s doing so far: “I know how I feel physically. I’ve been through the ringer in terms of injuries and getting banged up and all of that. I kind of know now what I feel like, and I can come back (from physical injuries). This is the first time I’ve ever been put out with a sickness. It’s hard to really know what’s going on in the inside when you feel a little bit of pain, but you don’t actually know the inner workings of what’s going on. I would love to say, ‘Hey guys, I’m on track to coming back next week, next month, a half of year.’ I don’t have that confidence this time. When they’re explaining to me that I was 24 hours away from a terrible blood infection and possibly dying, this is like news to me. I’ve never heard of anything like that. ‘I wasn’t close to dying, are you kidding me? No way.’ The doctors are there to ensure my safety and educate me as to how important this is.
“I don’t want to talk out of my ass too much and say I’m going to for sure be back, and I’ll be back at a certain date or time because I don’t know. I will say, after watching Dynamite, and getting a feel of the lay of the land. If I can come back, I feel like I have to. We may never get an environment like that again. I don’t know if I would call it fun, more of a responsibility. I have a responsibility to mix it up with these guys that call themselves the best. I used to be that guy and have confidence. Now, instead of being that guy with a chip on his shoulder, now, it’s my job to be a gatekeeper. You want to call yourself the best? F**king prove it, b*tch.”
On the ups and downs of his recovery: “Do I need surgery? I still don’t know. It’s been really touch and go. I was feeling great for a week or two. When you feel terrible, a week or two feels like a long time and it feels like you have momentum and you’re going to push to the finish line, which is to come back. For two weeks, I was feeling great. I ran into a bit of a roadblock and I had to get some emergency treatment again. Well, I wouldn’t say it’s two steps forward, two steps back, but maybe it’s one and a half steps back. I’m better than where I was, but I’m not sure how much improvement I made.
“When I see these guys, whether it be on pay-per-view or Dynamite, Raw, SmackDown, NXT, anybody. It makes me want to get back into that ring shape. I’m doing this weird balancing act of trying to manage the pain or sickness and trying to train. I’m trying to make sure things don’t get too out of hand. If suddenly I’m healed and cleared, I want to hop back in. I don’t want to be like, ‘I haven’t done a thing in four or five months’ or whatever it is. I’ll be disappointed, and you guys will be disappointed. The bar is so high. I don’t want to come back being below that bar. I want to try the best I can.”
Kenny Omega, the popular professional wrestler from All Elite Wrestling (AEW), recently provided an update on his recovery from diverticulitis during a Twitch stream. Originally scheduled to compete at the Worlds End 2023 pay-per-view event, Omega was forced to withdraw two weeks before the show due to being hospitalized and diagnosed with diverticulitis.
Diverticulitis is a condition characterized by the inflammation or infection of small pouches called diverticula that form in the lining of the digestive system, particularly in the colon. It can cause symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, fever, and changes in bowel habits. In severe cases, it may lead to complications like abscesses, perforations, or fistulas.
During the Twitch stream, Omega shared his experience with the illness and his progress in recovering from it. He mentioned that while he has dealt with various injuries in the past, this was his first time being sidelined by a sickness. He expressed his uncertainty about when he would be able to return to the ring, as he was unaware of the severity of his condition until the doctors informed him that he was at risk of a potentially life-threatening blood infection.
Omega emphasized the importance of prioritizing his health and safety, acknowledging that he couldn’t provide a definite timeline for his comeback. However, he also expressed his desire to return to wrestling, especially after watching AEW Dynamite and witnessing the competitive environment. He sees it as a responsibility to mix it up with the wrestlers who claim to be the best and wants them to prove their worth against him.
The recovery process has had its ups and downs for Omega. He mentioned feeling great for a week or two before encountering a setback that required emergency treatment. Despite the setbacks, he remains determined to push forward and get back into ring shape. Omega is currently managing the pain and sickness while trying to train and prevent his progress from stagnating. He wants to avoid a situation where he returns after a long period of inactivity and falls below the high standards set by himself and his fans.
Diverticulitis can be a challenging condition to manage, and recovery times vary depending on the severity of the case. Treatment options range from conservative measures such as dietary changes, antibiotics, and rest to more invasive interventions like surgery in severe or recurrent cases. It is crucial for individuals with diverticulitis to follow their healthcare provider’s recommendations and allow sufficient time for healing to prevent complications and ensure a successful recovery.
As fans eagerly await Kenny Omega’s return to the wrestling ring, it is important to remember that his health should be the top priority. The recovery process from diverticulitis can be unpredictable, and it is essential for Omega to take the necessary time to heal fully. In the meantime, fans can continue to support him and enjoy his past matches while wishing him a speedy recovery.