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Loose Women star Katie Piper has revealed sheās been rushed to hospital after experiencing severe pain in her eye.
Katie, 42, has battled with her eye health for years, following a horrific acid attack plotted by her ex-boyfriend.
Last year, she had a prosthetic eye fitted to help alleviate her pain. Now, sheās shared that husband Richard rushed her to hospital this week after she experienced āsevere painā in her eye. When she ignored a similar pain before, Katie said it led to her retina detaching.
Katie Piper has revealed she spent the day at an eye hospital (Credit: Splash News)
Katie Piper rushed to hospital by husband Richard
The Loose Women favourite shared a video of herself being driven to hospital by husband Rich. She explained that she had been due to take part in a course that sheād signed up for, but instead was spending the day in hospital.
Updating her fans, Katie said: āMy day has not turned out how I expected. Iām supposed to be on a course today actually. Iāve been training for something for like over a year now.Ā But I had to cancel that course because Iām having severe pain in my eye and Iāve got to go into my eye hospital.ā
She continued: āNormally I just live with pain because Iāve got a weird pain threshold and I ignore it. But last time I did that my retinas actually detached. So learning from my mistakes, unfortunately Iāve had to give up my place on the course for today.ā
Katie also shared that she couldnāt give more details about her course, as it involved āvulnerableā people.
Back on the school run
Today (April 29), she was back on the school run with her kids.
Katie is mum to daughters Belle, 12, and Penelope, eight, who she shares with husband Richard.
The star shared a new video, but she didnāt share any updates from her trip to hospital.
Read more:Ā Katie Piperās health setback that meant she was unable to have third child
Katie Piperās journey since the horrific acid attack in 2008 has been one of resilience, but it has also involved ongoing and complex health challenges that continue to shape her life.
After the attack, which left her with severe burns to her face and partial blindness in one eye, Katie underwent hundreds of surgeries.
These included pioneering reconstructive procedures, such as a facial transplant using donated skin, as well as repeated operations to improve both function and appearance. Her recovery has never been a simple, linear process. Instead, it has required constant medical care and adaptation.
Katie Piperās eye health
One of the most significant long-term issuesĀ KatieĀ faces is damage to her eyes. The acid caused lasting injury, leaving her with limited vision and requiring regular treatments to maintain eye health.
She has spoken openly about the discomfort and the need for ongoing specialist care, highlighting how even years later, the effects remain very real.
Scar tissue and more surgery
Katie Piperās skin also requires continuous management. Scar tissue can tighten over time, meaning further surgeries and treatments are often necessary to maintain mobility and comfort. These procedures are not purely cosmetic. They are essential for everyday functioning, from blinking properly to moving her face.
Psychological impact on Katie Piper
Beyond the physical health issues, Katie Piper has addressed the psychological impact of her injuries.
She has been candid about the emotional toll of trauma, recovery and living in the public eye. Through therapy and her own determination, she has worked to rebuild confidence and mental wellbeing.
Despite these challenges, Katie has transformed her experience into a platform for advocacy. She continues to raise awareness about burn survivors and the long-term realities of recovery, reminding followers that her healing is a lifelong journey.
