Shaira Diaz undergoes surgery to remove swollen appendix

Shaira Diaz with her fiancé EA Guzman | Image: Instagram/@ea_guzman, @shairadiaz_

Actress-host Shaira Diaz revealed she recently underwent laparoscopic appendectomy surgery, or a procedure to remove her inflamed appendix, saying that she went through a lot of “pain and suffering” because of her condition, but is now on her way to recovery.

The “Unang Hirit” host took to Instagram to share some photos from her hospital stay, asking for more prayers and early recovery from the procedure.

“Thank you so much, Lord, for the successful operation. I’m now recovering but still in pain so please pray for me,” Diaz said.

In her post, the actress-host said that while the normal appendix is as thin and as little as an eyelid, hers was swollen to triple in size or even bigger.

“It’s really good that my appendix has not ruptured. The fear, hardship and pain that I suffered was great, but thanks to God, I have made it through,” she said.

Diaz then reminded her followers about taking care of their bodies and health.

“Important reminder: ALWAYS LISTEN TO YOUR BODY and see a doctor when something feels off. Do not ignore them,” she concluded her post.

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Meanwhile, EA Guzman showed unwavering support to his fiancée as she was undergoing surgery. The actor, who appeared to have been Diaz’s companion at the hospital, took to his Instagram stories to offer prayers for her as she prepares for the said operation.

“Heavenly Father, I lift up my fiancée to you as she prepares for her operation. Please guide the hands of the doctors and nurses, giving them wisdom and skill,” he wrote. “Grant her peace, strength, and healing. Surround her with your love and protection, and help her recover quickly. I place my trust in You and ask for Your grace to be with us during this time. Amen.”

After the actor’s post, Diaz penned an appreciation post for her soon-to-be husband by sharing a picture of him with the caption, “I love you. Thank you.”

Guzman responded, writing, “Anything for you, my love. I will not tire taking care of you).” 

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The couple previously made headlines after they shared that they practice “celibacy” in their relationship for more than a decade now. They got engaged in 2021, but they only shared the news earlier this year.

In a previous interview, Guzman said that their wedding will happen in 2026.