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Billy Joel cancels tour, diagosed with brain disorder

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Billy Joel, the arena-filling Everyman singer-songwriter, has canceled all of his upcoming concerts, including a large-scale tour scheduled for this year and next, because of a brain disorder known as normal pressure hydrocephalus, he announced on Friday.

“This condition has been exacerbated by recent concert performances, leading to problems with hearing, vision and balance,” said a statement that was posted to the singer’s social media accounts. “Under his doctor’s instructions, Billy is undergoing specific physical therapy and has been advised to refrain from performing during this recovery period.”

Normal pressure hydrocephalus, or N.P.H., is a rare condition that occurs when excess cerebrospinal fluid builds up in the brain, causing symptoms that include trouble walking and controlling one’s bladder. It can also lead to cognitive impairment, including memory problems.

If the disease is diagnosed early enough, it can be treated successfully through surgery that creates a path for the fluid to flow out of the brain, alleviating symptoms. But in later stages, some of its effects can become irreversible.

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Best wishes for a speedy and successful recovery, Billy. We love you.
 
I hope that he recovers fully. He's a real talent. Rest up and get better, Billy Joel.
 
Have been to several of his concerts - one of my favorite live performers. Most recently was a few years ago in Philly. 3rd row tickets - and he really put on a good show considering his age, but you could tell it was taking a lot out of him.

I wish him a speedy recovery.
 
Just heard this on the radio on the way home. Was scheduled for September here with Stewart at Bengals stadium.
Was probably gonna grab tickets. Never seen either, but some good songs.

Not big on Stewart, but plenty of Joel to like. Get better Billy.
 
I'm sorry Billy Joel has this pain and indignity to deal with. Prayers for him and his family, may God give them the strength to persevere during this time of struggle.

I'm only a few years older than Billy Joel and have enjoyed his music most of my life, including one of my favorites "Uptown Girl."
 
I'm sorry Billy Joel has this pain and indignity to deal with. Prayers for him and his family, may God give them the strength to persevere during this time of struggle.

I'm only a few years older than Billy Joel and have enjoyed his music most of my life, including one of my favorites "Uptown Girl."
That's a good 'un, Uptown Girl. Always kind of spoke to my working class roots. But I always think of him as The Piano Man.
"The piano sounds like a carnival, and the microphone smells like a beer."
 
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