Gemma Collins revealed her eardrum ruptured while on vacation in Israel.
The 41-year-old TV personality took to Instagram on Tuesday as she thanked a doctor for treating the painful condition while she was in Haifa.
The TOWIE star, who recently broke down in tears after visiting Bethlehem, went on to reveal that she is traveling to Tel Aviv alongside her fiancé Rami Hawash, 48, and his son Tristan, five, as they complete their journey through the… Holy Land continue.
‘It could only happen to me’: Gemma Collins was forced to seek immediate medical attention after her eardrum ruptured following her ’emotional’ visit to Bethlehem on Tuesday
Sharing a snap with her doctor, Gemma wrote: “Thank you to this wonderful doctor in Israel who helped me today when my eardrum burst!!!
“It could only happen to me that this doctor was wonderful.”
Perforated eardrums don’t always need treatment, as they often get better on their own within a few weeks. However, it is recommended to consult a doctor as it can lead to problems such as ear infections.
She added, “Everyone in Haifa was so friendly and welcoming that I’m going to Tel Aviv now.”
Ouch: A perforated eardrum doesn’t always need treatment as it often gets better on its own within a few weeks, but it’s a good idea to see a doctor
Thank you: The 41-year-old TV personality took to Instagram on Tuesday as she thanked a doctor for treating the painful condition while she was in Haifa
Gemma has enjoyed the trip as her fiancé and stepson’s family live in Israel and recently branded her visit a “breathtaking and unreal” experience.
She shared a photo of herself and Tristan sharing a “beautiful” moment while sightseeing in Bethlehem on Tuesday after breaking down in tears at the Church of the Nativity.
The snap, taken from behind, showed Gemma in a white jacket as she knelt down next to her stepson Tristan, who was wearing a padded jacket.
She wrote: “Such a beautiful moment shared with my stepson in Bethlehem.”
Cute couple: The TOWIE star, who recently broke down in tears after visiting Bethlehem, went on to reveal that she is traveling to Tel Aviv with fiancé, 48, Rami Hawash
The picture was Gemma’s latest update from her trip to Bethlehem after she broke down in tears while visiting the birthplace of Jesus on New Year’s Day.
She described it as “the most breathtaking and unreal experience” of her life, while sharing an Instagram picture as she cried at the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The TV personality admitted she had “tears rolling down her face” as she attended the Church of the Nativity.
In a video about her experience, Gemma said: “I’m at church in Bethlehem with tears streaming down my face.
“This is the most breathtaking, unreal experience of my life. The feeling here is – you can not describe it.
“It’s just overwhelming, I hope everyone can experience this once in their lifetime. Your hair stands on end it’s just I feel breathless it’s just so beautiful.’
Memories: Earlier in the day, Gemma shared a sweet snap of herself and her stepson Tristan as they visited Bethlehem in what was a “breathtaking and unreal” experience
Holy Land: The former TOWIE star, 41, took to Instagram as she continued to document her trip to Bethlehem with Rami and his five-year-old son
Gemma admitted she was “overwhelmed” by the experience after visiting the site with Rami during a New Year’s holiday in Israel to see Rami’s family who live there.
She wrote alongside an Instagram photo: “BETHLEHEM I can’t believe I was so incredibly lucky to be where baby Jesus was born and touch the spot.
“I am absolutely blown away and looking forward to my spiritual journeys in 2023.
“That feeling was like nothing I’ve ever felt before. I can’t even describe what I felt in that moment when I was absolutely blown away.”
‘The most breathtaking and unreal experience of my life’: It comes after Gemma broke down in tears while visiting the birthplace of Jesus on New Year’s Day
Gemma also spent New Year’s Eve there last year and said at the time: “He wants to take me to Bethlehem and Jerusalem. He’s from Israel and I’ve always wanted to go.
“Madonna was there, so many people were there. I also have a lot of Jewish friends and they always tell me how great it is.
“It’s going to be really nice. Now that I’m getting older, I like being a bit of a tourist. I would like to see Bethlehem. I’m really excited so this is my Christmas present.”
It comes after Gemma enjoyed a very lavish Christmas Day with a meal prepared by a personal chef on Instagram after saying she didn’t want any presents this year.
Special moment: She described Jesus’ birthplace as “the most breathtaking and unreal experience” of her life while sharing an Instagram picture