During the American Idol live results show on Thursday (March 10), Ryan Seacrest announced that finalist Casey Abrams couldn’t make it because he had been hospitalized for the second time in three weeks with severe stomach pains.

Ryan said, “You’ll notice that Casey is missing from the group. He is unfortunately sick and in the hospital right now. So everybody wave to him. Feel better … Get back here soon.”

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The truth is Casey is dealing with a major health crisis. The 20 year-old, who is an early favorite of Idol’s judges and fans, suffers from ulcerative colitis, which causes abdominal pain and cramping. Casey has already reportedly received two blood transfusions.

Casey took to his Twitter to update his followers and friends on his condition and thank everybody who put him in the Top 12. He also received an unexpected message of support from Idol season 9 runner-up, Crystal Bowerson, who also almost quit Idol because of complications from diabetes.

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Casey tweeted, “hey guys, thanks for the well wishes, I got some nice fresh blood in me and feeling better. People at Idol & Cedars are treatin me real good. by the way, I just realized… I’m in the top 12! Thanks for voting me into the competition everyone. I owe all of you a big bear hug.”

Crystal tweeted to Casey, “stay in this game, Casey. Don’t be afraid to say no sometimes. I’m rooting for you.” He replied, “it means a lot coming from you. My health is always first, but this is my dream, I’m going to keep fighting to stay in.”

We love Casey. I seriously want to give him the American Idol title already, but I do not want to miss the opportunity of watching him perform on upcoming weeks. So, get well soon! Casey rocks!!

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