Hatebreed guitarist Wayne Lozinak was sadly been identified with a benign meningioma – or a non-cancerous mind tumor – earlier in June. Hatebreed has since moved stay bassist Matt Bachand over to guitar to fill in for Lozinak, and has recruited (one other new) stay bassist Carl Schwartz. Lozinak has since checked in with followers on Instagram, saying he is feeling effective and is assembly with a neurosurgeon to get his upcoming surgical procedure sorted.
“Howdy everybody,” wrote Lozinak. “Simply needed to first say, I am feeling effective, and I have been again within the U.S. since final week. Principally simply had extra assessments, and one other MRI right here, and the outcomes are the identical as they had been in France. Can by no means be too positive I assume.
“In case you missed it, I’ve a benign meningioma in my head that must be eliminated! I’ve an appointment with a neurosurgeon this upcoming week, and hopefully we will get the surgical procedure scheduled quickly! I haven’t got all the main points but on what that entails, however I shall be wanting ahead to getting again on the street and seeing you all, as soon as every little thing is finished and is protected to take action!
“Second, I REALLY wish to thank everybody who has reached out to me, since we posted about it. It was overwhelming , the quantity of individuals sending me properly needs, positivity and simply the actual fact of being in your ideas, was so appreciated!!! THANK YOU!!!
“….and in the event you really feel like one thing could also be off along with your well being, and you do not really feel like your ‘regular self’, it is a good suggestion to get checked out! Could be nothing, however you by no means know!”
On the time of Lozinak‘s analysis and having to drop off the tour, Hatebreed issued the next assertion: “Ship Wayne Lozinak some love! On the night time of June 14th, whereas at Obtain Competition, Wayne started experiencing delicate signs that raised considerations of a potential stroke. Out of an abundance of warning, he sought medical consideration the next day upon arriving in Lille, France. After present process a CT scan on the ER, docs found a mind tumor, resulting in his rapid admission for additional testing.
“Following a radical 24-hour analysis, together with an MRI, it was decided that the tumor is a benign meningioma—a slow-growing mass that has doubtless been current for years. We’re immensely relieved that Wayne’s analysis is the absolute best consequence given the circumstances.
“Wayne shall be returning to the U.S. to organize for surgical procedure and deal with relaxation and restoration. His energy and resilience stay unwavering, and he’s decided to return to Hatebreed as quickly as he’s in a position. We admire all of the love and assist from followers, buddies, and the music group throughout this time.
“Additional updates shall be shared as acceptable. Thanks for respecting Wayne’s privateness as he begins this journey towards full well being.”
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