Hougaard’s toxicology report: ‘Let him speak for himself’

In two recent good news updates shared about Derick Hougaard by his partner, Nadine, it was stated that the former Springbok flyhalf is continuing to show positive signs of recovery after a near-death experience.

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The former Springbok had been in a coma for over 10 days due to a respiratory condition, but he has since shown signs of responsiveness. “Derick’s infection count continues to drop, ventilator support is decreasing, his lungs are getting stronger, and his brain is clear,” his partner Nadine wrote on Facebook. “He wants to speak, he wants to stand up.”

However, this comes as an article in Rapport suggested that a toxicology report revealed that the 40-year-old had “elevated levels” of toxin found in his bloodstream.

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There has been talk that this could have something to do with suspicious ‘medication’ found in his home, with some rumours even suggesting that there could be foul play involved. The bottle has apparently been sent to laboratories for testing.

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When speaking to Rapport, though, Nadine refuted a series of questions and ‘speculation’ put to her, and she pleaded for patience in allowing Hougaard himself to provide clarity in due course.

“No one knows what the situation really was or is. Please let Derick speak for himself when the ventilator no longer supports him. Then we can know exactly what happened”,” she commented.

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GOOD NEWS WAS SHARED ABOUT HOUGAARD OVER THE WEEKEND

With so many people praying for his return to good health, his partner Nádine shared an emotional post last Friday.

“With incredible gratitude we can share with you: Derick has opened his eyes!” she wrote on Facebook.

“His infection count has decreased and he is currently receiving new antibiotics. The carbon dioxide in his blood has decreased quite a bit and his oxygen intake is getting better every day!

“He’s responding to questions and his brain function currently looks good! There are other complications for which he is still receiving treatment and the sedation has been reduced. He can’t talk with the tubes in his throat, he’s in pain and he’s extremely tired, but we are beyond thankful and excited that he opened his eyes!

“We continue to pray for his lungs to heal fully! A thousand thanks for prayer and faith and love! All GLORY to our Heavenly Father! Derick’s family is also grateful for everyone’s care, love and prayers.”

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