Big Brother star reveals terrifying 48 hours after being left sobbing in ‘unbearable pain’, rushed into emergency surgery and warned they could have died if they’d gone home before test results came in - suong

BIG Brother star Jenkin Edwards said he was rushed to hospital screaming in "unbearable pain".

The Welsh barman revealed he was sent straight into emergency surgery as he detailed the dramatic events of the past 48 hours.

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The star shared a photo from his hospital bed on Instagram, wearing compression socks and a hospital gown draped over him.

He told fans: “Tuesday night I was experiencing the most unbearable pain in my stomach, I was bent over in pain sobbing my eyes out.

“Wednesday I was rushed through for emergency surgery as I had appendicitis.”

The TV personality admitted he didn’t realise how serious things were at first, joking: “I thought I was just being dramatic and asked to go home 20 minutes before my results came back.”

He praised hospital staff for their care, writing: “I can’t thank the staff enough, I am yet to meet a single person who hasn’t taken the time to be kind, listen to me and be attentive.

“I’ve been alone while I’ve been here and everyone has explained every little step to me – it really has meant the world.”

Keeping spirits high, he quipped: “I did ask if I could get a tummy tuck while they were there but they were unable to do it – so unfortunately you’re not gonna see a massive change in me just yet.”

But his message ended on a serious note, urging followers not to ignore their health:

“Please, please, please, if you experience any sort of aches or pains, go and get them checked. I was going to leave this and God knows what would have happened if I did.”

Jenkin recently celebrated his time on Big Brother with an emotional post to fans.

The barman, 28, was labelled "moody" and "boring" by fans during his five week stint in the house.

Ex-housemates Hallie and Chanelle previously told us that Jenkin's mood would often change if he was restricted from the smoking area.

But he's now admitted he'd love to do it all over again and is glad he got to represent gay and plus-sized men on the show.

He said: “25 years of Big Brother.

“To some people it’s just a show but to me it was more than that , it was a way of showing that plus sized neurodivergent gay men exist and deserve a seat at the table.

“It was a way of making my parents proud , it was a way of putting a middle finger up to all the bullies I’ve encountered through my life , and in some ways it was a way of me loving myself again.

“Growing up Big Brother was a family favourite, my mum and nan were hooked from day one.

“Weirdly it felt like big brother was always a part of my childhood. It was always on in the background ( if you remember the 24hr live stream you’re a real one ).

“I grew up knowing I someday would be a part of my family’s favourite show and can you believe I was lucky enough to get in on my first try.

“I wish nothing but good luck to everyone going into the mad house this year.

“You’re in for the ride of your life and you’ll make friendships and memories that will last a lifetime. I’m jealous I can’t do it again!!”