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Carol Vorderman 'horrified' as Eamonn Holmes issues 'painful' health update

Carol Vorderman was horrified as Eamonn Holmes shared a health update.

The former This Morning presenter has been open over his battle with chronic pain after he suffered three slipped discs in his back. The 62-year-old previously appeared on Loose Women and admitted he had been forced to use a crutch to move around.

He added: "It's pretty bad. I'm having steroid injections and hopefully I'll be on the mend soon."

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Eamonn took to Instagram to share a snap after his latest bout of cupping treatment, a form of alternative therapy to ease back pain. He captioned the post: "My osteo James has just gone Home. How am I supposed to get into bed now ?????

Carol Vorderman was shocked after the update. She said: "That actually looks HORRIFIC."

Eamonn's wife, Ruth Langsford, was in hysterics after the snap and branded her husband, "my ninja turtle". Other fans rushed to the comments to support Eamonn.

Tony said: "Aww god love ya."

TIna added: "Now that looks painful"

Yvonne commented : "I have everything crossed for you."

Jennifer posted: "Hope it helps your pain.x"

Sarah messaged: "Good lord- looks painful."

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