A Memorable 65th Birthday: Golden Bachelor Runner-Up, Leslie Fhima, Seeks Medical Care Due to Intense Cramping and Bowel Obstruction

Leslie Fhima, one of the finalists on the popular show Golden Bachelor, recently shared a personal health scare with her Instagram followers. On her 65th birthday, she found herself in the emergency room due to severe cramping and a bowel blockage. Speaking from her hospital bed with an IV attached, Fhima candidly informed her 75,100 followers about her experience. She urged anyone experiencing similar stomach issues not to delay seeking medical attention after her doctors advised her that surgery was necessary.

Rough end to 2023: Golden Bachelor finalist Leslie Fhima revealed she spent her 65th birthday in the emergency room, after suffering from severe cramping and a bowel blockage

A bumpy conclusion to the year 2023 occurred for Leslie Fhima, one of the contestants in the renowned TV show “Golden Bachelor.” Unlucky as it may be, she found herself celebrating her 65th birthday in an unexpected setting – the emergency room. Plagued by excruciating cramps and a troubling bowel blockage, her special day took an unexpected turn.

“It was such a random occurrence. Turns out, it was actually scar tissue from my appendectomy when I was 18 that was causing me all this pain,” she explained. “Anyway, Happy New Year everyone! I might be getting discharged today after being here since Wednesday morning. I can’t wait to go home to my dog, I’m beyond excited.”

To wrap things up, the fitness instructor declared, “I just wanted to let you all know where I’ve been, but don’t worry, I’ll be leaving very soon.”

Fhima, who was the runner-up on “The Golden Bachelor,” was not chosen by Turner for the final proposal. Instead, Turner got down on one knee and proposed to Theresa Nist, whom he is set to marry on January 4.

Earlier this month, Turner and Nist shared their plans to tie the knot just a few weeks after getting engaged. “When you’re in your 20s and you postpone something for a year, it feels like a small fraction of your life. But when you’re in your 70s, time flies,” Turner shared with People magazine. After losing his wife Toni unexpectedly in 2017, Turner expressed that he is “100% certain I found the right girl for me. So why not?”

Nist also expressed her excitement at the idea of marrying Turner, who she described as the man of her dreams. She exclaimed, “It may not have been our original timeline, but getting the wedding we’ve always dreamed of? It’s absolutely spectacular, incredible, wow!”

Ouch: On Sunday afternoon, the reality star, who vied for Gerry Turner's heart on ABC's senior citizen spinoff of The Bachelor earlier this year, detailed her health scare over the weekend to her 75,100 Instagram followers while laying on a hospital bed with an IV hooked up to her

Ouch: During a relaxing Sunday afternoon, the well-known personality, who participated in the competition for Gerry Turner’s affection on ABC’s unique version of The Bachelor for senior citizens earlier in the year, openly discussed her recent medical emergency with her 75,100 Instagram fans. In the accompanying photo, she can be seen resting on a hospital bed with a reassuring IV connected to her.

'Hi, everybody. If you are wondering what I did for my 65th birthday. I spent it in the hospital,' she said in a video, uploaded to her Instagram Story. 'Yes. I had a bowel blockage. Severe cramping. Came into the ER and they saw that I had this blockage'

‘Hey everyone! So, if you’re curious about how I celebrated turning 65, well, let me tell you, it was definitely not what I expected. Instead of having a blast and enjoying the day with my loved ones, I ended up spending it in the hospital,’ she shared candidly in a video that I recently posted on my Instagram Story. ‘Yep, you heard it right. I had this unexpected bowel blockage that caused excruciating cramps. I had to rush to the emergency room, and that’s when the doctors discovered the root of my discomfort – this stubborn blockage.’

Painful: Fhima revealed that her doctors told her she needed surgery and urged others experiencing 'severe stomach issues to not wait 12 hours to go to the hospital' like she did

Uncomfortable: Fhima disclosed that her doctors advised her to undergo surgery and encouraged others who are experiencing ‘severe stomach issues’ not to delay going to the hospital for 12 hours like she did.
The well-known TV star’s partner was previously married to a childhood love named Billy, with whom she spontaneously got married in 1972.
Turner then shared that he wanted his soon-to-be wife to fully enjoy the process of planning their upcoming wedding ceremony.
“Considering she rushed through the first one, I wanted her to truly relish the anticipation and happiness… it doesn’t seem like she’s missing out,” he remarked.
Nist also expressed her excitement, stating that she believed their upcoming wedding ceremony would be “extraordinary.”
The TV personality further emphasized that both he and his partner were primarily concerned about each other’s health and well-being.

Finalist: Fhima was Turner's runner-up on The Golden Bachelor. He ultimately decided to got down on one knee and proposed to Theresa Nist, who he is set to marry on January 4

Runner-up Fhima narrowly missed out on becoming Turner’s chosen partner on the popular TV show, The Golden Bachelor. However, Turner eventually made up his mind and took the bold step of proposing to Theresa Nist. The couple is now eagerly preparing to exchange vows on the joyous occasion of January 4.

Days away from walking down the aisle: Earlier this month, Turner and Nist opened up about their plans to tie the knot just a few weeks after becoming engaged; seen earlier this year

Just weeks after getting engaged, Turner and Nist are getting ready to walk down the aisle. In a recent interview, the couple expressed their excitement about their upcoming wedding and how they prioritize having fun in their relationship. Turner mentioned that they don’t stress about their careers or financial matters, instead focusing on enjoying life together. Nist added that while they have serious moments, laughter is a constant in their relationship. Reflecting on their shared experiences of loss, Turner’s fiancee emphasized that their connection goes beyond that, highlighting their genuine care and natural bond. Looking forward to their future as a married couple, they have learned to keep their focus on each other and their love.

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