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I Prevail clean vocalist Brian Burkheiser shares update on condition following surgery

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Brian Burkheiser, clean vocalist for the platinum-certified alt-metal band I Prevail, has shared an update on his health following surgery earlier this year via Instagram. Burkheiser shared he has been dealing with Eagle's Syndrome, a condition characterized by an elongated or misshapen bone near the ear or related ligament issues. Symptoms can include nerve-like pain around the jaw, ears, face, neck, and throat, as well as difficulty swallowing and pain while chewing. 

As a result of his ongoing recovery, Burkheiser will be unable to join his band for their immediate touring plans., as reported here.

Burkheiser shared the following:

I recently underwent multiple surgeries for a rare disease called Eagle Syndrome. It pains me to do this, but unfortunately I will have to miss the next month of shows as the recovery process continues. Initially, I thought I could push through the pain, but my body and mind just need more time to heal.

If I'm being honest, this disease has broken me over the last few years. I knew something was wrong dating all the way back to 2018, and it wasn't until recently that I officially figured out the problem. I've pushed myself through multiple tour cycles trying my best to keep a positive spirit, but as the days passed by, the negativity and pain grew. I could write a book with the list of symptoms that come with this disease.

Sadly, Eagle Syndrome isn't known by many, and it's a very silent killer. Most I've talked to with it are suicidal, feel like a burden to those around them, and have trouble doing the simplest tasks. I have felt many of those feelings, but now I'm on a mission to help spread awareness and be a voice for those who suffer. Thanks to @drryanosborne and his team for empowering me and showing me that I can get back the life I've always wanted. He is truly one of the best men I've ever met.

For those going to upcoming shows, I promise you that the other dudes are going to crush this tour. Please go sing your hearts out and support them. I'm incredibly proud of Dylan and Eric stepping up and taking over for me while I'm gone. You guys are in for a special show.

Love you all and I'll see you this summer.

–Brian

 

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anonymous 340 days ago

well wishes on recovery but that second picture with the jacked surgeon is weird

anonymous 340 days ago

gotta get a photoshoot for my surgery

anonymous 340 days ago

Eagle eye cherry>

anonymous 340 days ago

LOL @ the lighting in the photos.

anonymous 340 days ago

This is weird as f*ck. Not in a good way

anonymous 340 days ago

lol came here to say the same Weird f*cking problem, those bones are massive. Like the gristle pieces in the ribs I was eating for dinner.

anonymous 340 days ago

Better prevail then bro

anonymous 340 days ago

"Clean vocalist" - you mean singer. For people who claim to love music, you seem to know jack shit. Fire bomb this site

Bortslob 340 days ago

Can he still suck dicks?!

anonymous 340 days ago

Gayest headline in years. LG has went to shit.

anonymous 340 days ago

Gonna use those bones to fashion his new vagina.

anonymous 340 days ago

don't cut his dick off -boosie badazz

anonymous 340 days ago

I hope Lance from NSYNC gets better

anonymous 340 days ago

We are getting OCD with these drama queens

anonymous 340 days ago

Mike Goo Syndrome

VottScogel 339 days ago

eagle syndrome, my anus.

anonymous 339 days ago

No one gives a shit. GGGGGGGGGGAAAAAAAAAAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY




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