A well-known music artist from the 90s, recognized for a major hit song, has revealed his recent health struggles, describing himself as “very weak” and having faced a life-threatening situation while sharing updates from his hospital room. Born as Richard West in 1965, he was the frontman of the Scottish psychedelic group The Shamen from 1990 to 1999 and has had a successful career in house music as a DJ.
Popularly known by his stage name, Mr. C, he contributed vocals to The Shamen’s hit track “Ebeneezer Goode,” which reached the number one spot on the music charts in August 1992. Presently, he is undergoing treatment for a stomach ulcer after contracting a severe infection.
In a recent Facebook post on Wednesday, May 6, Mr. C mentioned his hospitalization due to a large stomach ulcer caused by the H. Pylori bacterium and considerable stress from launching a new red light therapy business in North London alongside his twin sister. Despite referring to H. Pylori as a virus, it is actually a bacterial infection affecting the stomach lining.
His new venture, Bed Light & Beyond, specializes in red and infrared light therapy, tanning services, massage therapies, meditation guidance, and life coaching. Feeling optimistic about his recovery, Mr. C expressed gratitude for the progress made.
Although still feeling weak, he anticipates a month of recuperation before resuming normal activities, including gym workouts. Eager to return home after receiving medication, he emphasized the importance of taking it easy during the recovery period.
Mr. C emphasized his commitment to making red light therapy accessible and affordable to the working class, aiming to promote healing within his community. Supportive messages poured in from fans, sharing their own experiences with H. Pylori and offering well wishes for his recovery.
In a previous social media post, Mr. C detailed his initial symptoms, including intense stomach cramps and backaches, before seeking medical attention upon vomiting multiple times with concerning symptoms. Urged by medical advice, he promptly went to the hospital for treatment.
H. pylori, short for Helicobacter pylori, is the bacterium responsible for his condition, which can be effectively treated with antibiotics.