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Ruffa Gutierrez reveals dad Eddie had a ‘life-threatening infection’ but is now recovering well after spinal procedure

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Alyana De Guzman

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<p>Ruffa Gutierrez gave another update on her father, Eddie Gutierrez, revealing that what was initially supposed to be a spinal procedure led to the discovery of a life-threatening infection. In a Facebook post shared on December 14, Ruffa opened about the ordeal their family recently went through.</p><p>“It’s been exactly one week since Dad flew to Singapore with Mom and Mond. He didn’t end up doing the original spinal procedure he went for after discovering a shocking, life-threatening infection,” she shared, explaining that the condition was only discovered after further tests. She noted that the situation became clear when the MRI results came in as discussed by her father’s doctor.  </p><p>Ruffa recalled how quickly things changed after their family flew to Singapore for a specific spinal procedure but discovered that he has an infection. Despite the unexpected diagnosis, Ruffa emphasized that her father’s recovery has been encouraging and reassured the public that her father is now recovering well.</p><p>“Inaayos na lahat, and despite everything, Dad’s recovery over the past six days has been nothing short of grace,” she wrote, underscoring how far he has come in just under a week.</p><div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fweb.facebook.com%2Freel%2F712180131686338&amp;width=500&amp;show_text=true&amp;height=1119&amp;appId" width="500" height="1119" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div> </div><p>Looking ahead, Ruffa explained that Eddie is expected to come home for the holidays before returning to Singapore in the coming months for further treatment. “Dad will come home for the holidays and return to Singapore in January and March 2026 for two more procedures,” she shared.</p><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/showbiz/celebrities/2025/12/12/ruffa-gutierrez-shares-update-on-dad-eddie-after-spinal-surgery-1652" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>READ: Ruffa Gutierrez shares update on dad Eddie after spinal surgery: ‘Dad is already showing signs of improvement&#x27;</strong></a></div><p>She went on to share hopeful details about Eddie’s current condition, revealing that he is regaining his appetite, experiencing less back pain, and slowly returning to the things he enjoys. Along with the update, Ruffa also included a touching video of Eddie and his wife, Annabelle Rama, sweetly singing Elvis Presley’s “Can’t Help Falling in Love.”</p><p>“He’s eating again, the pain in his back is lessening, he’s watching NBA Laker games, and singing Elvis Presley songs once more. Thank you, Lord. 🙏❤️‍🩹🥹,” said Ruffa.</p><p>“Like life itself, we take things one day at a time. But as long as we are alive, there is always hope,” she maintained.  </p><p>She ended the post by thanking those who stood by their family during the difficult period. “Maraming salamat sa lahat ng nagdasal, tumawag, and who were with us every step of the way. Mahal na mahal namin kayo! Have a blessed Sunday, everyone. Let’s continue to spread love, always. ♥️♥️♥️”</p><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-0" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DSPYZzIEhd9/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=485&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A873711.6999999881%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="880" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-0" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div> </div><p>Ruffa reiterated the update in a separate Instagram post, mentioning that Eddie will stay in Singapore for two weeks in January and return in March for another procedure. The post also included a photo of Eddie last October 15, confined in a private hospital here in the Philippines.  </p><p>She also took the moment to send words of comfort to others facing their own struggles, saying, “Mahigpit na yakap sa lahat ng may pinagdadaanan. You are not alone. 😘 Hang in there! Have a blessed Sunday! Xx 😚”</p><p>Earlier, on December 11, Ruffa had already shared reassuring news about her father’s condition following his spinal procedure at the Neuro Spine &amp; Pain Center at Mount Elizabeth Hospital in Singapore. As messages of support poured in, she expressed gratitude and shared that Eddie had begun responding positively to treatment.  </p><p>“Dad is already showing signs of improvement after yesterday’s spine procedure, and the antibiotics are helping. Thank You, Lord!” she said.</p><p>In the same update, Ruffa mentioned that she and her mother also took the opportunity to undergo their own medical check-ups, becoming patients of Eddie’s doctor as well.</p><p>She ended with a reminder about prioritizing health and family, saying, “A gentle reminder for everyone: Health is wealth. Let’s take good care of ourselves and most importantly, let’s spend time with our parents because it’s our turn to take care of them ♥️️🙏🏻💫.”</p><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-1" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DSHv6tEErvq/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=485&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A1%2C%22os%22%3A873730.6999999881%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="853" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-1" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/showbiz/celebrities/2025/12/10/ruffa-gutierrez-and-family-asks-for-prayers-as-dad-eddie-undergoes-spinal-procedure-in-singapore-1318" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>READ: Ruffa Gutierrez and family asks for prayers as dad Eddie undergoes spinal procedure in Singapore</strong></a></div><p>Ruffa first revealed Eddie’s condition on December 10, when she asked the public for prayers ahead of his procedure. “We humbly ask for prayers for a successful procedure, steady hands for the doctors, and complete healing for our dad. May everything go smoothly and unfold according to His perfect will ♥️,” she wrote at the time.</p><p>As of writing, the Gutierrez family has yet to disclose further details about the specific condition behind Eddie’s spinal procedure. </p>

<p>Ruffa Gutierrez revealed that her father, Eddie Gutierrez, was found to have a life-threatening infection following an MRI. Despite the frightening discovery, she shared that he is now recovering well and showing steady signs of improvement.</p>

Ruffa Gutierrez revealed that her father, Eddie Gutierrez, was found to have a life-threatening infection following an MRI. Despite the frightening discovery, she shared that he is now recovering well and showing steady signs of improvement.