Singer Christopher Cross is wheelchair-bound after his battle with COVID-19 but says the disease did not cause the paralysis in his legs. | NGunoINQ
Guillain-Barré syndrome is a disorder where the immune system mistakenly attacks the nerves, according to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.
“GBS resulted in a paralysis of my legs, part of my face, and a numbness in my fingertips,” Cross explained. “It has been a terribly difficult situation, but I’ve been fortunate to have excellent medical care and I’m slowly making progress,” he assured fans. “I’m working with a physical therapist to build strength in my muscles and eventually walk.”
“Being in a wheelchair has taught me a lot about patience and resilience, but especially to count my blessings,” he added. As he faces challenges with his health, Cross marked his birthday yesterday, May 3 with cake at home. Sharing a picture of him holding up a cake in his wheelchair, he said, “I’m happy to write that I had a very happy birthday celebration.”I’m happy to write that I had a very happy birthday celebration (which may have included a slice of my favorite German…
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