Experiencing Disease Complications, Jazz Musician Idang Rasjidi Will Undergo Amputation

Kapanlagi.com - Unpleasant news comes from the music world in Indonesia. Renowned jazz musician, Idang Rasjidi, is reported to be ill. The news was confirmed by his colleague, Jilly Likumahuwa.

He stated that the 63-year-old musician is experiencing complications. However, Jilly did not provide detailed information about Idang Rasjidi's illness.

"He is suffering from various illnesses. It's complicated. There are still many things that need to be examined before taking action," said Jilly Likumahuwa, when contacted by reporters on Thursday (2/11/2021).

1. Undergoing Several Stages Before Amputation

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However, Jilly confirmed that Idang Rasjidi will undergo amputation. However, Idang Rasjidi must go through several stages before the amputation can be performed. However, Jilly has not provided further details about which organ of Idang Rasjidi's body will be amputated.

"That's correct. The procedure is amputation, but certain criteria must be met first in order to save through amputation. If the criteria are not met, it will be postponed," he said.

2. History of Illness

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Through her personal Instagram, Jilly also provides the latest updates on Idang Rasjidi's condition. Not to mention the history of illness that is similar to his friend, Benny Likumahuwa.

"So, Pap's IDANG RASJIDI's illness is really complicated. It is very similar to his friend, the late Benny Likumahuwa. However, the complications of Pap's IDANG RASJIDI are as follows:
1. Diabetes mellitus/wet sugar (Benny Likumahuwa dry sugar)
2. Low albumin/blood protein
3. Low leukocytes
4. Uric acid
5. His kidneys are also affected, but they are still being taken care of to avoid dialysis
6. There is calcification in his back due to sleeping in a sitting position all this time," Jilly explained in the caption of her post.

3. Lying in the Hospital

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Furthermore, it is also said that the musician who appears lying in the hospital bed must undergo intensive treatment and preferably not be visited.

"I apologize, it's not that I forbid you from visiting, but I kindly ask for your patience so that Paps Idang Rasjidi can rest. Please also pray for him, if you are willing, please send VN (voice note)/video/texting to encourage him," Jilly wrote on Instagram.

4. Prayers and Support from Children

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Meanwhile, Idang Rasjidi's child, Shadu Rasjidi, has expressed support, prayers, and encouragement for his father through his social media.

5. Support from Fellow Musicians

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In addition, support and prayers continue to flow from fellow musicians in the homeland. Starting from Stevi Item, Dewa Budjana, and many more. They hope that Idang Rasjidi can be given a speedy recovery.

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