The wrestling world is dealing with the news that Steve McMichael is sick. This is a stark warning that even the strongest people can get sick. Fans and peers are apprehensive about McMichael’s health because he is known for being strong in the ring and on the football field.
As more information about his disease emerges, the wrestling community supports and wishes the beloved athlete well. In this piece, we look at the latest news about Steve McMichael’s health and consider his lasting effects on sports and entertainment.
Steve Mcmichael Illness
In his ongoing struggle with Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Steve “Mongo” McMichael, a former defensive tackle for the Chicago Bears, is now paralyzed and mute.
In April 2021, the 65-year-old former NFL and WCW star made public his diagnosis of ALS, better known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. Motor neurons, the nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord that regulate voluntary muscle movements like chewing, walking, and talking, are impacted by the sickness, a rare neurological condition.
Since his diagnosis, Misty, McMichael’s wife, has been chronicling his battle on social media and praising his tenacity in battling the illness.
She wrote on social media: “This man is the toughest man I’ve ever met. He’s hanging in there. He’s better now that he’s decided never to go back to the hospital because we were going pretty much every month for different things.”
Several fundraisers have been held for the former defensive tackle, a vital member of the Bears’ strong defence in 1985 when they defeated the New England Patriots to win the Super Bowl.
Misty said about the importance of these cash injections: “The NFL has been beneficial but not helpful enough. It doesn’t cover everything. So that’s why we’re fundraising, to help cover that gap.”
Misty McMichael shared a post on Instagram:
McMichael, often known as Mongo, receives treatment at home since he needs nursing care round-the-clock. In 13 seasons between 1981 and 1993, McMichael played in 191 straight games, a team record. With 92.5 career sacks, he holds second place in Bears history behind Hall of Famer Richard Dent.
McMichael played in two Pro Bowls and was selected to the first team of the All-Pro team twice. After leaving the NFL, McMichael switched to professional wrestling in the WCW, joining the ferocious quartet known as the Four Horseman.
For the final year of his professional career, McMichael joined Ric Flair, Chris Benoit, and Dean Malenko in the ring with Arn Anderson as their manager. He fought in the WCW from 1996 to 1999.
Since disclosing his ALS diagnosis, McMichael hasn’t made any public appearances. Still, his wife has updated followers on Instagram with many pictures of the former NFL star with friends and family.
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After Icu Hospitalization, Steve Mcmichael’s Family Expects His Homecoming
Steve “Mongo” McMichael, a Chicago Bears legend, is anticipated to leave the hospital shortly and go home, a family representative said in a Tuesday update.
According to a spokeswoman, the 65-year-old was admitted to the hospital Thursday night after suffering from ALS for three years. According to the spokeswoman, he was admitted unconscious with sepsis and given two IV antibiotics.
His sepsis had disappeared as of Saturday, according to cultures, but he was still battling pneumonia, according to the update. McMichael was a member of the 1985 Super Bowl-winning Bears team and played for the team from 1981 to 1993.
