Hampshire-born Katie Piper recovering after choking incident put her in hospital needing emergency op

Hampshire-born Katie Piper required an emergency procedure after choking on some food.

The author, activist and TV presenter is now recovering from her recent ordeal - and enjoying some ice cream.

The Andover native, 37, has had a number of operations on her oesophagus and face following an horrific acid attack ordered by her ex-boyfriend in 2008.

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Katie shared a post on social media telling fans: “So, last night I choked on some food which led to spasms in my oesophagus, which meant it closed up - meaning I couldn’t swallow even my own saliva and ended up in A&E for an emergency procedure on my oesophagus (not the way to start a week).”

She added: “I’ve got a long history of treatment with my oesophagus, I’ve got three strictures of tight scar tissue from what happened previously, and this is something I’ve been aware of but hasn’t happened in years.

“But out of surgery, and it went very well and I just ate ice cream, which felt heavenly. Huge thank you to the NHS doctors and nurses that did [such] an incredible job and were so attentive. Now for a restful day.”

After sharing the traumatic experience, the star was inundated with support.

Gorka Marquez, her former Strictly Come Dancing pro partner sent his wishes, replying: “Sending love partner,” and fellow celeb Joe Wicks - aka the Body Coach - added: “Get well soon.”

While former Love Island star Dr Alex George was also “sending love.”

Many more fans took time to send Katie their best wishes, too.

“Sorry to hear this and hopefully you’ll be out of there in no time. Lots of love,” commented one person.

And there were also wishes for Down Under, too: “Hugs from Australia,” replied another fan, and someone else added: “Take the moment to rest up and wishing you a quick recovery.”

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