Jimmy Barnes, the former Cold Chisel frontman, has given an update on his recovery from open heart surgery. Despite leaving his hospital check-up with a smile, Barnes acknowledged that he still has a long road ahead in his rehabilitation. The emergency surgery was necessary after complications arose from a bacterial infection. Barnes, who posted to Instagram on December 13 to inform fans of his condition, expressed his frustration as the infection occurred when he was at his fittest. Since the surgery, Barnes and his wife Jane have been keeping fans informed of his progress. He expressed his eagerness to be free from intravenous medications, thanking the medical team of specialists who monitored his progress. Barnes also praised his wife for her excellent cooking and shared a picture of her delicious Thai beef curry. Fans flooded the comments section with supportive messages, lauding the singer’s resilience. Many also appreciated Jane’s attentive care. Barnes had previously shared images of his post-surgery scar, extending from his chest to his abdomen. In a separate post, Jane revealed that her husband was already walking 250 meters a day in the hospital just three days after the operation. By December 22, Barnes was back home, concluding a challenging chapter in his recovery journey.
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