The Mexican star remains in critical but stable condition, said his manager in Los.
Mexican actor Manuel Masalva, known for his role in “Narcos: Mexico“Is in a medical induction coma in a Dubai hospital after possibly contracting an aggressive bacterial infection during his recent trip to the Philippines.
The 34-year-old actor arrived in the city of the Middle East on March 18, after spending time in the Philippines, said his manager Jaime Jaramillo Espinosa in Times.
“(After) about two days in Dubai, Masalva began to feel internal discomfort and pain that has increased day by day,” said Jaramillo Espinosa.
On March 26, Masalva underwent emergency surgery after the doctors discovered bacteria, deactivating him to return home to Mexico. The next day, the infection reached his lungs and had to be placed in a medically induced coma.
Although it remains in critical condition, but stable, this week has given positive results for the health of Masalva.
“On Monday, doctors were able to identify the type of bacteria and administer the appropriate antibiotic he needs,” said Jaramillo Espinosa. “On the other hand, its respirator was 80%lowered, which means that its lungs react.”
Masalva's family launched a Gofundme To cover your treatment costs. Until now, fundraising has reached 1,028,520 Mexican pesos ($ 50,108), exceeding its objective of 1 million Mexican pesos ($ 48,700), which, according to Jaramillo Espinosa, was carried out in less than three days.
“Friend of the soul” of the Mexican actor and Masalva, Mario Morán, published a Instagram video message Wednesday approach the situation on Wednesday and request support.
“My brother is fighting for his life far from my home. I want to ask for your help right now,” said Morán in Spanish. “As was said yesterday, Manuel Masalva – who is one of my best friends (and) who is really like a brother for me – was the victim of an aggressive bacteria while he was on vacation. This led him to be in an induced coma and now his situation continues to be delicate. ”
“The medical costs are enormous and in a country where everything is even more difficult. Any help, as small as it may seem, can make a difference in this difficult moment. If you are able to help you, thank you with all my heart. ”
Jaramillo Espinosa has also expressed his gratitude for the many people who came out to support Masalva and who hope for the actor's continuous improvement.
“He is a strong and young man. He is in good health,” he said. “(His family and I) are certain that it will happen and wake up.”
According to Jaramillo Espinosa, Masalva's family is currently overwhelmed by the situation and has decided not to comment.
Masalva played the role of Ramón Arellano Félix in the dramatic series Netflix “Narcos: Mexico”, alongside Diego Luna, Bad Bunny and Scoot McNairy. It was also presented on the Telenovela “La Rosa de Guadalupe” and recently the series “La Guzmán”.
